Re: Re: software design clarification

> On the other hand, the higher level representation(s) like what we
> currently call AST (but which is quite misleading, as here S stands for
> Syntax, which is precisely what the A as Abstract abstracts away :-) ),
> strives for language independence, as much as is practical.

Which levels are available above that in your current design?
http://synopsis.fresco.org/design.html

Which wording or term will be more appropriate?

Does a class for a (compilation) unit exist?


> Not sure whether that is what you mean by 'platform-independent' vs.
> 'platform-dependent'.

A model will become dependent on the platform if it will be mapped to 
concrete details like specific compiler tools and operating systems.

Regards,
Markus