Abstract
Specifies whether this is an abstract class.
Usage
To mark a class as abstract, use the following syntax:
Class MyApp.MyClass [ Abstract ] { //class members }
Otherwise, omit this keyword or place the word Not immediately before the keyword.
Details
If a class is abstract, you cannot create instances of it.
Effect on Subclasses
This keyword is not inherited.
Default
If you omit this keyword, the class is not abstract.
See Also
“Class Definitions” in this book
“Defining and Compiling Classes” in Using Caché Objects
“Introduction to Compiler Keywords” in Using Caché Objects