Compilation – Why learn about compilers

Syntax analysis in compilation, in this course explores the critical role of syntax analysis in the compilation process, the second phase after lexical analysis. Learn how syntax analysis verifies the structure of a source program against the rules of a programming language. Understand the concepts of context-free grammars, parse trees, and syntax trees, and master parsing techniques such as top-down parsing (LL) and bottom-up parsing (LR). Dive into handling syntax errors, error recovery methods, and constructing abstract syntax trees for subsequent stages of compilation. Through practical examples and hands-on exercises, you’ll gain skills in implementing syntax analysis algorithms and integrating them into a compiler. Whether you’re a beginner in compiler design or looking to deepen your understanding, this course equips you to effectively analyze and transform source code for efficient program execution.