abstractielagen
Abstractielagen is a term encountered in Dutch-language discourse to denote layers of abstraction in system design, programming, and theory. It describes how a complex concept or artifact can be viewed at multiple levels of detail, from concrete implementations to high-level ideas.
Etymology: The word combines abstractie (abstraction) and lagen (layers). In use, it functions as a descriptive
In software architecture, abstractielagen refer to distinct strata that separate concerns: for example presentation, business logic,
In knowledge management and scientific modeling, the concept helps organize information by level of generality, from
Limitations and cautions include the risk of over-abstraction, which can obscure understanding or hinder performance if
See also: abstraction layer, layering (computer science), software architecture, modular programming.