AI generates C compiler in two weeks, marking a shift in software engineering

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An AI model, Claude Opus 4.6, generated a C compiler in two weeks for $20,000. This development marks a significant technological shift in software engineering. The AI-generated compiler, named Claude's C Compiler, consists of 100,000 lines of Rust code. It successfully compiled a functional Linux kernel for multiple architectures. Historically, creating such a compiler could cost millions of dollars and take years, involving extensive human labor and expertise. While not perfect, this achievement demonstrates AI's growing capability in complex software development.


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