Intermediate Representation (IR)

Intermediate Representation (IR) is a simplified, standardized form of a computer program used inside a compiler. Think of it as a common language that helps the compiler understand and work with code written in different programming languages. IR makes it easier to analyze, optimize, and translate code into machine language that the computer’s hardware can execute efficiently. It acts as a bridge between writing code and running it on a machine, enabling better performance and more consistent processing across different platforms.