Compiler Construction

• explain the different phases in compilation and execution
• operate selected tools relating to the compiler phases (e.g., lexers, parsers)
• explain the different elements in the description of a programming language
• derive specifications of the compiler phases, given a textual description of the syntax of a programming language
• design data structures for abstract syntax
• implement an analysis and code generation phase, given a textual description of the semantics of a programming language
• explain the concepts of a simple target language
• develop a working compiler
• achieve the goals as part of a group effort, while maintaining individual accountability
• communicate solutions to problems in a clear and precise manner
• explain central concepts of imperative, object-oriented and functional programming languages, and implementing a simple interpreter for them

The course covers principles and the main phases of compilers:

(1) Lexical analysis (scanning) and tool support for generation of scanners.
(2) Syntax analysis (parsing) and tool support for generation of parsers.
(3) Semantical analysis.
(4) Code generation.

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Class teaching and lab work.