Recent Updates to Zig Programming Language: Self-Hosted x86 Backend Default in Debug Mode
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The bagel they save for the regulars. Don't skim, savour.
Summary
The article discusses recent changes to the main branch of the Zig programming language, highlighting the switch to a self-hosted x86 backend as default in debug mode.
Key quotes
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The default is not changed on Windows yet, because more COFF linker work needs to be done.
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