Ask HN: Simulation vs Generative Models - Any Difference?

I&#x27;m trying to get a handle on &quot;Generative Programming&quot;(GP) but AFAICT it appears to be no more than simulation via computer program, which has been around for decades (e.g., SIMULA language). Is there a difference? Here are some sites:<p>https:&#x2F;&#x2F;probmods.org&#x2F;generative-models.html<p>http:&#x2F;&#x2F;rjida.meijo-u.ac.jp&#x2F;prism&#x2F;