De compiler
Example: De compiler controleert de code voordat het programma draait.
Definition
"De compiler" is a software tool that translates source code written in a programming language into machine code or another language so that a computer can execute it. It checks the code for errors before the program runs, ensuring correct operation.
Etymology
The term "de compiler" comes from the Latin word 'compilare,' meaning 'to collect or compile.' In computing, it refers to a program that compiles code, turning human-readable instructions into machine-executable form. Did you know? The word 'compiler' was first used in computer science during the early development of programming languages in the 1950s.
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"De compiler" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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