PyF95++: a templating capability for the Fortran 95/2003 language

This article outlines a framework that was used to create a templating capability in the Fortran 95/2003 language (hereafter simply referenced as Fortran) as well as additional useful features which provide a native feel for integration into the language. Recent comparisons of Fortran with C++ have cited the lack of templating in Fortran as a major deficiency in the language [1]. Templating is a very powerful capability which allows the programmer to easily create and maintain more complex code than would be desirable to do manually. There are some very good C++ resources on templating for those not familiar with the subject [4] and are worth reading to gain a more thorough appreciation for the concept than what will be discussed here.