Clang
Proper Noun · Open Source
Definitions
A compiler front end for languages like C, C++, and Objective-C, built as part of the LLVM project. In systems programming culture, Clang is known for good diagnostics, tooling friendliness, and strong ecosystem integration.
In plain English: An open-source compiler front end, especially known for C and C++.
Example: "They switched the CI job to Clang to get clearer warnings and better static-analysis integration during the migration."