Explore the inner workings of the V8 JavaScript engine through a day-in-the-life perspective presented by a V8 developer. Gain insights into the challenges, problem-solving approaches, and optimization techniques employed in maintaining and improving this crucial component of modern web browsers. Discover how performance bottlenecks are identified and addressed, and learn about the intricate balance between speed and memory usage in V8's design. Delve into the complexities of just-in-time compilation, garbage collection, and other key features that make V8 a powerhouse in JavaScript execution.
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Vyacheslav Egorov: one day of life in V8
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