Affiliation:
1. University of Sussex, UK
Abstract
Compilers commonly translate an input program into an intermediate representation (IR) before optimizing it and generating code. Over time there have been a number of different approaches to designing and implementing IRs. Different IRs have varying benefits and drawbacks. In this survey, we highlight key developments in the area of IR for imperative compilers, group them by a taxonomy and timeline, and comment on the divide between academic research and real-world compiler technology. We conclude that mainstream compilers, especially in the multicore era, could benefit from further IR innovations.
Funder
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council
Publisher
Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)
Subject
General Computer Science,Theoretical Computer Science
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