What is Cyclone written in?
The Cyclone compiler is written in C (documented).
Relationship Graph
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Compiler Implementation
| Language | Confidence | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| C | 90% | Cyclone compiler written in C at Cornell/AT&T | Source |
Languages Cyclone Influenced
- Rust — Cyclone's region-based memory directly inspired Rust's ownership system
Frequently Asked Questions
What language is Cyclone written in?
Cyclone is primarily implemented in C. See the implementation section above for details and source references.
Which languages did Cyclone influence?
Cyclone influenced Rust among others.
Evidence Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rust_(programming_language)
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyclone_(programming_language)