5.5. Hybrid Systems: Combining Compiler and Interpreter

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does JIT stand for?

   Hint

   Think about what happens just before the code runs.

2. 2.

   Name one programming language that uses hybrid systems.

   Hint

   This language runs on a virtual machine.

3. 3.

   What is a hybrid system?

   • A system that only compiles code
   • A combination of compiler and interpreter methods
   • A standalone language

   Hint

   Think about how these two approaches can work together.

4. 4.

   True or False: JIT compilation executes code before compilation.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the sequence of steps during code execution.

5. 5.

   Design a simple programming language that uses both compilation and interpretation. What features would you include and why?

   Hint

   Think about the benefits of each approach.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the performance trade-offs of using a hybrid system versus a pure interpreted language. Provide specific examples.

   Hint

   Consider real-world applications and scenarios.