URursula_gren·Jun 18, 2026
Haven't tried it myself, but there is "the-super-tiny-compiler":
https://github.com/jamiebuilds/the-super-tiny-compiler
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23 sourcesYou could start here:
https://github.com/jamiebuilds/the-super-tiny-compiler
That converts from lisp-like to javascript. Really though this is a big field, and there are lots of resources out there.
To get started look at your input language; you'll need to lex and parse that. Then massage the parsed structure into the appropriate output.
You can see me convert brainfuck to C, or x86 assembly language here:
https://github.com/skx/bfcc
In Ask HN: Guidance on writing a source to source compiler (transpiler)The Super Tiny Compiler – Possibly the smallest compiler ever
2 points · Open discussionYou can just link the original file https://github.com/jamiebuilds/the-super-tiny-compiler/blob/...
In A dynamic tutorial about a compiler in one JavaScript file (2016)A dynamic tutorial about a compiler in one JavaScript file (2016)
65 points · Open discussionYou may want to have a look at an "MVP" compiler
one of such projects is The Super Tiny Compiler[0]
[0]https://github.com/jamiebuilds/the-super-tiny-compiler
In Ask HN: Beginner non-trivial transpiler projects to learn from?There is a GitHub project I've used as reference a couple of times, written in JS.
https://github.com/jamiebuilds/the-super-tiny-compiler
In Ask HN: Online Compiler Courses?An ultra-simplified example of a modern compiler written in JavaScript
93 points · Open discussionI laughed at the header in comment at the top of the Super Tiny Compiler here: https://github.com/jamiebuilds/the-super-tiny-compiler/blob/...
In A bestiary of single-file implementations of programming languagesI enjoyed Kyle James' "The Super Tiny Compiler."
https://github.com/jamiebuilds/the-super-tiny-compiler
In Build Your Own Text EditorBuild Your Own React https://github.com/hexacta/didact
Create Your Own Programming Language http://createyourproglang.com/
Build Your Own Sinatra: https://getgood.at/build-your-own/sinatra (disclaimer: I'm the author of this)
Vanilla JS series https://javascript30.com/
Super Tiny Compiler https://github.com/jamiebuilds/the-super-tiny-compiler
In Ask HN: “Write your own” or “Build your own” software projectsWow, excellent work! These are always super interesting to read.
A similar project: https://github.com/thejameskyle/the-super-tiny-compiler
In A Simple Compiler in JavaScriptI'd strongly suggest diving into compilers if you've never studied the subject. Learning a bit on the subject unlocks a ton of incredibly useful skills. That knowledge helps you implement stuff like autocomplete, linters, syntax highlighting, etc.
The Super Tiny Compiler [0] is a very gentle introduction to the subject. It's great because it helps you quickly develop an initial mental model.
To give an everyday usage example: I've used jscodeshift [1] many times to safely refactor large amounts of code. In one case, I quickly migrated a project's test assertion library to an alternative which the team agreed was superior. This tool is also typically used by the react team in order to provide a smooth migration path whenever they make changes to the public API.
[0] https://github.com/thejameskyle/the-super-tiny-compiler
[1] https://github.
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James Kyle (who created Babel) wrote a 'Super Tiny Compiler' that's a really great (low barrier to entry) place to start.
The inline docs are super well written, clear and extensive. It's also implemented in JabaScript.
It's an amazing learning tool and I really loved reading it!
https://github.com/thejameskyle/the-super-tiny-compiler
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