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Computing with lattices: An application of type classes

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Published online by Cambridge University Press:  07 November 2008

Mark P. Jones
Mark P. Jones
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Programming Research Group, Oxford University, UK
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This paper presents a simple framework for performing calculations with the elements of (finite) lattices. A particular feature of this work is the use of type classes to enable the use of overloaded function symbols within a strongly typed language. Previous applications of type classes have been in areas that are of most interest to language implementors. This paper suggests that type classes might also be useful as a general tool in the development of clear and modular programs.

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Journal of Functional Programming , Volume 2 , Issue 4 , October 1992 , pp. 475 - 503
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1992

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