CSE 211Compiler Design
Advanced study of compiler implementation. Topics include compiler structure back end, run-time environments, storage management, garbage collection, register allocation, code generation, basic blocks, control flow, data flow, local and global optimization, interpretation, machine code generation. Students may not receive credit for this course and CSE 110B. Taught in conjunction with CSE 110B. (Formerly Computer Science 204.)
Enrollment is restricted to graduate students.
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When it runs
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 2:40pm–3:45pm | Kresge Acad 3101 | T. Sorensen | Wait List 0/0 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Sorensen | 4.6 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 93% | 30 |
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