S2E4: Programming Language Translators Explained
Update: 2025-08-04
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This episode provides an overview of programming language translators, covering the fundamental concepts of how code written by humans is converted into instructions computers can understand. It explains the roles of assemblers, compilers, and interpreters, distinguishing between their methods of translation and suitable applications. The episode also details the stages of compilation, including lexical and syntax analysis, code generation, and optimization. Furthermore, it addresses the use of intermediate languages like bytecode and describes the crucial functions of linkers and loaders in preparing programs for execution, often leveraging pre-written code libraries.
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