Ada Specification File
General Information
| Title | ADS File Extension |
| Extension | .ads |
| Full Form | Ada Specification File |
| File Type | Programming Source File |
| Developer | AdaCore |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Define interfaces |
| Additional Functions | Declare types, subroutines |
| Features | Modular, Reusable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High-level, Strong-typed |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| System Programming | Yes |
| Embedded Systems | Yes |
| High-Integrity | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Code audits |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980 |
| Latest Version | Ada 2012 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .adb, .ali, .gpr |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 GNAT Ada |
Free, Commercial | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Eclipse IDE with Ada plugins |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |