uLektz Skills

Learning Path

Non-Linear: Random Order

About the Course

Course Objective
The Objectives of this course is to explore the principles, algorithms, and data structures involved in the design and construction of compilers. Topics include context- lexical analysis, syntax analysis, symbol tables, error recovery, code generation, and code optimization.

This course offers a foundational understanding of Compiler Design, focusing on how high-level programming languages are translated into machine-readable code. It provides insights into the structure and function of a compiler, covering the key phases such as lexical analysis, syntax analysis, semantic analysis, intermediate code generation, optimization, and code generation. The course also emphasizes practical aspects with examples, tools, and mini-projects to reinforce concepts. It is designed to add value to the core curriculum by strengthening theoretical foundations and improving students’ problem-solving and programming skills.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

Understand the role and structure of a compiler and its significance in software development.
Explain the phases of a compiler, including lexical, syntax, and semantic analysis.
Apply techniques for lexical analysis, using regular expressions and finite automata.
Construct syntax trees and parse input using parsing techniques such as LL and LR parsing.
Analyze semantic structures and understand type checking and symbol table management.
Generate intermediate code and apply basic optimization techniques.
Translate intermediate code into target machine code, understanding issues in runtime environments.
Use basic tools (like Lex and Yacc) to implement parts of a compiler.
Work on mini-projects or assignments that simulate real-world compilation scenarios.
Enhance analytical and logical thinking through compiler construction exercises.

Course Study Materials

Module 1: Introduction to Compilers

1.1 Translators
1.2 Compilation and Interpretation
1.3 Language processors
1.4 The Phases of Compiler
1.5 Programming Language basics
Introduction to Compilers - Assessment 10 Questions

Module 2: Lexical Analysis

2.1 Need and Role of Lexical Analyzer
2.2 Expressing Tokens by Regular Expressions
2.3 Language for Specifying Lexical Analyzers
2.4 LEX
2.5 Design of Lexical Analyzer for a sample Language
2.6 Error Handling in a lexical analyzer (scanner)
Lexical Analysis - Assessment 10 Questions

Module 3: Syntax Analysis

3.1 Need and Role of the Parser
3.2 Context Free Grammars
3.3 Top Down Parsing
3.4 General Strategies
3.5 Construction of SLR Parsing Table
3.6 Introduction to LALR Parser
3.7 Error Handling and Recovery in Syntax Analyzer
Syntax Analysis - Assessment 10 Questions

Module 4: Syntax Directed Translation & Run Time Environment

4.1 Syntax Directed Definitions
4.2 Bottom-up Evaluation of S-Attribute Definitions
4.3 Design of predictive translator
4.4 Type Systems
4.5 Run-Time Environment Source Language Issues
4.6 Type Checking and Symbol Tables
Syntax Directed Translation & Run Time Environment - Assessment 10 Questions

Module 5: Code Optimization and Code Generation

5.1 Principle Sources of Optimization
5.2 DAG -Optimization of Basic Blocks
5.3 Global Data Flow Analysis
5.4 Issues in Design of a Code Generator
5.5 Code Generation
Code Optimization and Code Generation - Assessment 10 Questions

Final Assessment

Final Assessment 20 Questions

The certificate issued for the Course will have

Student's Name
Photograph
Course Title
Certificate Number
Date of Course Completion
Name(s) and Logo(s) of the Certifying Bodies

Only the e-certificate will be made available. No Hard copies. The certificates issued by Sharnbasva University, Kalaburagi. can be e-verifiable at www.ulektzskills.com/verify.

Students will be assessed both at the end of each module and at the end of the Course.
Students scoring a minimum of 50% in the assessments are considered for Certifications