[HN] Show HN: LLVM-Z80 - I wrote a complete LLVM backend with AI

Summary

The author, who previously faced significant challenges compiling Rust for the Game Boy's Z80 CPU due to the absence of a stable LLVM backend, has now successfully implemented a complete LLVM-Z80 backend. This complex project, which was once a distant dream, was achieved with substantial assistance from Large Language Models (LLMs). This demonstrates a powerful application of AI in highly specialized software development, making intricate compiler infrastructure tasks more accessible.

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