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Difference between Compiler and Interpreter

A compiler and an interpreter are both tools used in computer programming, but they differ in how they process and execute code. we’re going to discuss the explanations of compilers and interpreters as well as their differences.

A compiler translates the entire source code of a program into machine code or an intermediate language before execution. This process is called compilation and typically results in the creation of an executable file. Compilation occurs only once, and the generated code can be run multiple times without recompilation. This makes compiled programs generally faster but requires more time upfront.

On the other hand, an interpreter processes code line by line, executing it immediately without generating a separate executable file. Interpreters are more interactive and are often used in scripting languages like Python and JavaScript. They are slower in execution compared to compiled programs because they don't have the advantage of precompiled machine code.