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Journal of Advanced Life Sciences and Technology

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INVESTIGATING OPERATIONAL SEMANTICS: THE FUNDAMENTALS OF PROGRAMMING

Authors & Affiliations
Hiroshi Yamamoto
School of Computing, University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
Published: January 6, 2025
Volume 12, Issue 4 (2024)
Article ID: 797
Peer-Reviewed
Open Access
Abstract

Computer programming is a fundamental tool in the world of computerization, and a solid grasp of its foundational aspects, including syntax, semantics, and their implications, is essential. Syntax addresses the grammatical structure of a program, while semantics delves into the meaning of programs that adhere to grammatical correctness. Consider, for instance, the statement: "c: =a; a:=b; b:=c" (Expression(i)). A syntactic analysis of Expression (i) reveals three distinct statements, each separated by semicolons. Each statement consists of a variable, an assignment operator (":="), and an expression, which is also a variable. In contrast, the semantics of this statement dictates the exchange of values between variables a and b, with c ultimately receiving the value of b (Nielson and Nielson, 2007). Semantics, in the context of programming languages, encompasses the computational meaning of each program. This field is deeply involved in the rigorous mathematical examination of programming language meanings and models of computation (Moses, 2006). Semantics serves multiple purposes, from understanding the intricacies of specific programming languages to establishing a foundation for verifying the properties of particular programs. Additionally, it facilitates the expression of design choices and provides insights into the interaction between various language features (Sewell, 2008). This paper explores the vital concepts of syntax and semantics in computer programming, shedding light on their significance and practical applications.

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