Pascal (computer programming language used by Compaq)

Pascal is a structured programming language developed in the late 1960s, initially to teach programming and promote good coding practices. Used extensively in the 1980s and 1990s, especially by Compaq, it emphasizes clear, logical organization of code with readable syntax. Pascal helps programmers write reliable and maintainable software by enforcing strict rules and supporting modular design. Although less common today, it played a significant role in computer education and software development, laying groundwork for modern programming languages with its focus on clarity and structure.