Announcement: IBM C/C++ and Fortran compilers to adopt LLVM open-source infrastructure

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IBM C and C++ compilers: Advanced technology, easier porting

IBM® XL C and C++ compilers offer advanced compiler and optimization technologies built on a common code base for easier porting of applications between platforms. They comply with the latest C/C++ international standards and industry specs.

Our IBM C/C++ and Fortran compilers are adopting LLVM open-source infrastructure.

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