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Chris Lattner: Compilers, LLVM, Swift, TPU, and ML Accelerators

Lex Fridman Podcast

CHAPTER

The Evolution of LLVM and Swift

This chapter explores the development and significance of LLVM and Clang in compiler technology, detailing their impact across various applications. It contrasts these technologies with GCC while highlighting the collaborative nature of the LLVM community and the evolution of the Swift programming language at Apple. The discussion encompasses challenges in developing a new language, including aspects of interoperability and optimization in modern computing environments.

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