classano
Classano is a term used in computer science education to refer to a hypothetical, class-based programming language used in instructional materials to illustrate object-oriented design. It is not an actual language implemented for production use, but rather a didactic construct that helps learners focus on class structure, encapsulation, and method design.
The name combines "class" with "nano" to evoke modular, small-scale building blocks. The concept arose in teaching
Design and characteristics attributed to Classano are intentionally abstract and simplified. It envisions a statically typed,
Usage and pedagogy: Classano appears in textbooks, lecture slides, and exercises to demonstrate patterns such as
Example: a typical Classano exercise defines a BankAccount class with fields like balance and accountNumber and
Status: As a fictional teaching aid, Classano has no official specification or production implementation; it remains