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

Lex Fridman Podcast

CHAPTER

Evolution of Programming: From BASIC to LLVM

This chapter chronicles the speaker's journey through various programming languages, starting with BASIC and advancing to C and C++. It explores the complexities of compilers, particularly focusing on LLVM and Clang, and highlights the collaboration among tech companies in compiler development. Personal anecdotes reflect how mentorship and collaborative projects shaped their understanding and passion for software engineering and compiler design.

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