Getting Started with LLVM Core Libraries

Get to grips with LLVM essentials and use the core libraries to build advanced tools

About This Book

• Learn how to configure, build, and use LLVM and Clang based tools
• Explore the depths of the LLVM front-end, IR, code generator, and libraries, and learn how a modern compiler is implemented in a practical way.
• Customize your project to benefit from Just in Time compilation (JIT), static analysis and source-to-source transformations.

Who This Book Is For

This book is intended for enthusiasts, computer science students, and compiler engineers interested in learning about the LLVM framework. You need a background in C++ and, although not mandatory, should know at least some compiler theory. Whether you are a newcomer or a compiler expert, this book provides a practical introduction to LLVM and avoids complex scenarios.