- Compiler versus Interpreter:
| Feature | Interpreter | Compiler |
|---|---|---|
| Translation Process | Translates code line by line during runtime | Translates entire code at once before runtime |
| Execution Speed | Slower due to the need to translate each line | Faster due to the translation being done beforehand |
| Error Detection | Errors are detected after each line is executed | Errors are detected before the program is executed |
| Debugging | Easier due to the ability to debug line by line | More difficult due to the entire code being translated |
| Portability | More portable since it does not require compilation | Less portable since it requires compilation for a target platform |
| Memory Usage | Higher due to the need to store intermediate results | Lower due to the compiled code being more optimized |
| Examples | Python, Ruby, JavaScript, PHP | C/C++, Java, Go, Rust, Swift |