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by entha_saava 2162 days ago
> Fast code is expensive.

Indeed, because all bigtech can invest on is LLVM and C++.

The research on compilers and optimizations has not been getting the attention because of LLVM monoculture and the monstrosity that is C++.

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Well, rust is modularizing, so there will be opportunities for alternative backend (crane lift?).