A compiler is a computer program that translates from one format to another, most often from a high-level computer language to byte code and machine code. Compilers come in a number of variations ...

The new React compiler is now in production use at Meta. Let's take a look under the hood and see how it works and what it might mean for the future of front-end development.

Have you ever thought of writing your own compiler? This is Part 2 of a series on compiler basics. Check out Part 1, where I begin by demonstrating a simple yet efficient way of reading the original ...

A senior Google database expert loves the JIT compiler, but others doubt its worth and say it could be hard to maintain.

Believe it or not, building a tiny compiler from scratch can be as fun as it is accessible. [James Smith] demonstrates by making a tiny compiler for an extremely simple programming language, and ...

Qualifying a compiler is essential in today’s connected world. If a compiler isn't tailored for a specific use case, especially those that are safety-critical, the outcome will be less than optimal.

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