Making a Python interpreter in 1024 bytes
A developer documents their attempt to build a functional Python interpreter using only 1024 bytes of C code. The project explores the constraints of code golfing and the fundamental architecture of language parsing.
Why it matters
This project highlights the technical challenges of language implementation and the constraints of low-level programming.
To feel human, I write code by hand on the weekends.
My latest challenge? Make a Python interpreter in 512 1024 bytes of good ole C code. Oh, and no macro shenanigans or library tomfoolery.
def buzz(): for n in range(101): if n % 15 == 0: print("FizzBuzz") else: if n % 3 == 0: print("Fizz") else: if n % 5 == 0: print("Buzz") else: print(n) buzz() I probably can't fit all of the Python language into an interpreter that is only 1024 bytes of code. So what can I fit that will look like Python?
This fizzbuzz program looks distinctly Python. It has the def , the colons, the indentations, and no parentheses for if statements. Looks like Python to me! Of course, I'll also have to add some additional limitations beyond just a subset of the syntax.
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