A 163-LOC Memory Allocator Implementation
2025-06-22
While exploring the mimalloc memory allocator, the author discovered a lack of pre-allocation support. This prompted the creation of a simple, 163-line-of-code allocator based on the Buddy system. The article details the allocation and deallocation processes within the Buddy system and touches upon memory fragmentation. The author highlights the surprising simplicity of the implementation, emphasizing the importance of understanding memory allocation principles for programmers.
Development
Buddy system