Alan Kay explains the true meaning of object‑oriented programming

The piece presents Dr. Alan Kay’s view on object‑oriented programming. It traces his early contributions to the concept’s development. It clarifies how Kay defines “objects” in software design. It contrasts his definition with common industry interpretations. It outlines the principles he believes are essential to OOP. It discusses why he thinks many implementations miss the core idea. It offers examples that illustrate his preferred approach. It invites readers to reconsider how they apply OOP in projects.