structuurtussen
Structuurtussen is a term used in Dutch-language discourse to denote an intermediate structural element that mediates between components within a complex system. It is not a concrete object but an abstraction that helps manage interfaces, data exchange, or workflows across layers. The concept emphasizes decoupling and compatibility rather than direct integration.
Origin and usage: The compound derives from structuur and tussen. It appears in theoretical writings in fields
Characteristics: A structuurtussen provides rules, standards, or protocols that govern interactions. It can be implemented as
Examples and types: In software, an API gateway or service mesh can act as a structuurtussen between
Relation to similar concepts: It overlaps with middleware, interface, mediator, or adapter, but emphasizes the bridging
See also: Middleware, Interface (computing), Mediator pattern, Adapter pattern, Modularity.