
About this episode
Chris Lattner gives history on creating LLVM, Swift and Mojo. As well as lessons learned along the way. You'll definitely learn a few things about how crazy PhD projects can accidentally change the world in this one!
X: https://x.com/clattner_llvm
Mojo: https://www.modular.com
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