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Managing Compiler Errata

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By Peter Himmler
| EE Times Asia
Article By : Peter Himmler Constructing a compelling argument that the software remains unaffected by compiler issues can be a more economical solution. Compilers, though mostly trustworthy, still carry latent defects that usually hide in edge cases and often leave the compiled program outwardly intact. For safety-critical code, however, “mostly” is not enough: every such defect must either be ruled out or patched.
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Managing Compiler Errata

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By Gerard Vink, Peter Himmler
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Managing Compiler Errata Although generally reliable, compilers are not without flaws. Issues typically emerge in corner cases and may not always affect the behavior of the compiled software. However, for software that must comply with functional safety standards, it is essential to demonstrate that the software is unaffected by these issues or to update the software accordingly. When software is developed by multiple parties and deployed across numerous devices, updates can be extremely costly.
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