Bantam: a customizable, java-based, classroom compiler

ABSTRACT

This paper introduces the Bantam Java compiler project, a new language and compiler designed specifically for the classroom Bantam Java, the source programming language, is a small subset of the Java language, which is a commonly-used language in introductory programming courses. Because Bantam Java is similar to Java, it leverages the student's existing intuition and the student can automatically apply what they learn in the course directly to Java. The Bantam Java project is also customizable (it supports several tools and targets), which gives instructors flexibility in designing course assignments. Finally, the Bantam Java compiler project includes a free, comprehensive, student manual which can be used in conjunction with any compiler textbook.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  D. Software
  D.3 PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES
      D.3.4 Processors
          Subjects: Compilers

General Terms:
Design, Languages

Keywords:
bantam java