Restarting Pyjion - A General Purpose JIT for Python - Is It Worth It?

Explore the revival of the Pyjion project, a JIT compiler for CPython byte-code, in this 24-minute PyCon US talk. Learn about the recent changes in CPython that have made optimizations more viable, leading to significant performance gains while maintaining 100% compatibility. Delve into the design ideas behind a JIT for CPython, discover various optimization techniques, and examine the future potential of this technology. Gain insights into the challenges and benefits of building a general purpose JIT for Python, and understand why this renewed effort may be worthwhile. Access additional resources, including the project's documentation, source code, and a book on CPython internals, to further expand your knowledge on this topic.