Programmbaustein
Programmbaustein is a term used in German-language software literature to denote a modular software component that can be combined with other such components to build a complete program. The concept centers on reuse, clear interfaces, and independent lifecycles, allowing systems to be assembled from interchangeable parts.
Etymology: Programm means program, Baustein means building block or component. The compound captures the idea of
In practice, programmbausteine appear in discussions of component-based software engineering, modular programming, and architectures that emphasize
Technical characteristics: Each building block encapsulates functionality behind a defined interface. Blocks are designed to be
Benefits and challenges: Programmbausteine support reuse, easier testing, and parallel development. They can improve maintainability and
Usage examples: In traditional languages, a library module can be viewed as a programmbaustein. In visual programming
See also: Component-based software engineering, Modular programming, Block-based programming, Service-oriented architecture.