Microsoft Forges Ahead With New Compiler Technology

"'Phoenix' optimization and analysis framework to build on top of Redmond's .Net Framework.

Next week, Microsoft plans to offer an update on new compiler technology that is being co-developed by the company's Programmer Productivity Research Center (PPRC) and the company's developer tools division.
The company will detail its 'Phoenix' software optimization and analysis framework at the annual Microsoft Faculty Summit, which kicks off on Monday in Redmond."

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