ORBIT: An optimizing compiler for scheme

David Kranz; Richard Kelsey; Jonathan Rees; Paul Hudak; James Philbin; Norman Adams

ORBIT: An optimizing compiler for scheme

David Kranz, Richard Kelsey, Jonathan Rees, Paul Hudak, James Philbin, Norman Adams

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Abstract

An optimizing compiler for scheme called Orbit that incorporates with scheme called TC, together with Steele's Rabbit compilers is discussed. The combination of lexical scoping, full closures and first-class continuation creates a unique and challenging task of compiler designer. It has been found that the general CPS approach induces a particular style of compiler writing that has many benefits. It has been also observed that the compiler writing not identified by Steele and results in a compiler that not only has simple and modulator organization but also generates very efficient code.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	177-191
Number of pages	15
Journal	ACM SIGPLAN Notices
Volume	39
Issue number	4
State	Published - Apr 2004
Externally published	Yes

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