LLVM-MOS: Modern Compiler Toolchain for 8-bit MOS 6502 Systems and Retro Computing
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jdmoreira
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Summary
LLVM-MOS is an open-source fork of LLVM that provides a compiler toolchain for 8-bit MOS 6502-based systems like the Commodore 64, NES, Atari 800, Apple IIe, and other classic computers. The article showcases various projects and demos built with LLVM-MOS, including a NES game, Linux booting on Commodore 64, Rust and C programs for vintage systems, and assembler targeting for multiple classic platforms. It demonstrates the toolchain's capability to bring modern programming languages and development practices to retro computing hardware.
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Miroh Jr for NES, by Wendel, Raftronaut, and M-Tee, built with LLVM-MOS
Linux booting on Commodore 64 with REU, via emulator built with LLVM-MOS
Hello world in Rust, with factorial calculation, for Atari 800, proof of concept by mrk
Hello world of LLVM assembler targeting Commodore VIC-20
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