assembler

An assembler is a specialized tool used in programming that converts human-readable instructions, called assembly language, into machine code that a computer's hardware can execute directly. Assembly language provides a more understandable way for programmers to write instructions for specific hardware functionalities, using simple mnemonics and symbols. The assembler translates these instructions into binary code, which the computer's processor understands. This process enables efficient, low-level control of hardware components, often used in system programming, device drivers, and performance-critical applications.