(1) One of two machine object classifications. It includes those objects used in programmes that get their definition from an object definition table. programme objects are used as the parameter or values of machine instructions. See also system object.
(2) All or part of a computer programme in a form suitable for loading into virtual storage for execution. programme objects are stored in partitioned data set extended (PDSE) programme libraries and have fewer restrictions than load modules. programme objects are produced by the binder.