compiler construction

[/kəmˈpaɪlər kənˈstrʌkʃən/]
noun
construção de compiladores
1. The field of computer science and engineering concerned with designing, developing, and implementing compilers that translate source code from one programming language into another language or machine code
Compiler construction involves understanding lexical analysis, syntax analysis, and code generation.
A construção de compiladores envolve a compreensão de análise léxica, análise sintática e geração de código.
2. The process and techniques used to build a compiler, including parsing, semantic analysis, and optimization
Modern compiler construction requires knowledge of formal language theory and algorithms.
A construção moderna de compiladores exige conhecimento de teoria de linguagens formais e algoritmos.
Compiler construction is a foundational subject in computer science curricula worldwide. In Brazil, it is typically taught in undergraduate computer science programs under discipline names like 'Construção de Compiladores' or 'Compiladores'. This field is highly valued in both academia and industry, particularly in countries with strong software development sectors. The discipline bridges theoretical computer science with practical software engineering.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
compiler designcompiler developmentcompiler implementation
Antonyms / Antônimos
interpreter execution

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
construção de compiladores
Standard technical term used in Brazilian universities and companies
Portugal
construção de compiladores
Same term used in Portuguese academic and professional contexts
USA Technical
compiler construction
Standard terminology in American computer science education

Related Words

lexical analysissyntax analysissemantic analysiscode generationparserAST (Abstract Syntax Tree)optimizationformal languages

Related Idioms & Phrases

building a compiler from scratch
compiler front-end and back-end
multi-pass compilation
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