Cessation of public development of Kefir C compiler
11 hours ago
- #compiler-development
- #software-sustainability
- #open-source-transition
- Kefir C compiler is transitioning from public to private development indefinitely, ceasing public distribution of major new changes.
- Bug fixes and minor improvements may still be publicly released, and the existing codebase remains available for bug reports.
- Unreleased code in the development branch will be stabilized as a snail-pace master branch, with bug fixes published there.
- The decision is driven by unsustainable development demands, low public engagement, and concerns about commercial exploitation, including AI training.
- The author seeks to preserve personal enjoyment and avoid the project becoming altruistic community service without adequate 'return on investment'.
- The compiler's architecture is over-engineered for its current capabilities but was designed for a broader vision that requires more resources than available.