Modern Compiler Implementation in Java

Modern Compiler Implementation in Java, authored by Andrew W. Appel and published in 2015 by Cambridge University Press, offers a thorough exploration of every phase involved in compiling. The textbook details essential topics such as lexical analysis, parsing, abstract syntax, semantic actions, and intermediate representations. It also covers instruction selection via tree matching, dataflow analysis, graph-coloring register allocation, and runtime systems, while providing insightful coverage of contemporary techniques in code generation and register allocation alongside the compilation of functional and object-oriented languages. Revised to include an enhanced focus on Java and object-oriented programming concepts like visitor patterns, this text is designed to guide students through the practical aspects of compiler construction without overwhelming them with unnecessary detail. A standout feature is the redesigned compiler project in Java, which encompasses both the front-end and back-end phases, giving students the opportunity to build a complete, functioning compiler for a subset of Java within a single semester.