TinyCompiler: A Weekend Compiler Project

2025-02-20

This project details the creation of TinyCompiler, a minimalist compiler built in a weekend. It translates the esoteric Wend programming language (created by the author) into GNU assembly. Wend is a simple language, omitting pointers, arrays, and other complexities, focusing on core compiler concepts. The entire project is under 500 lines of Python and includes test programs like fixed-point square root calculation, Mandelbrot set rendering, and simple games. It's a great resource for learning about compiler theory.

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