Wait, how can a compiler compile itself?!
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0:00 Self-compiling compiler?
0:49 What is a compiler?
2:44 Ad: Let's Get Rusty
3:40 Main compilation steps
6:11 Bootstrapping
7:45 Common requirements
8:49 Write your own compiler
If you like my work and want to see more, you can support me on Patreon:
https://patreon.com/PrematureAbstraction
This video was made using the great Motion Canvas library by @aarthificial. And thanks to @kodacoda for the inspiration on the nice color theme switch effect.
0:00 Self-compiling compiler?
0:49 What is a compiler?
2:44 Ad: Let's Get Rusty
3:40 Main compilation steps
6:11 Bootstrapping
7:45 Common requirements
8:49 Write your own compiler
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