AOT instead of JIT

Warning, this is a rant.

I’m sorry but this thread has been a useful waste of valuable time. The idea itself is not based on any rock solid argument but rather an imaginary wish of sorts, no actual data to make a compelling argument, no idea of what level of impact such work would have on cpython, not aware of how many programs around the world could be affected and so much more.

I think there’s already enough python AOT compilers and attempts already. There doesn’t need to be an “official” AOT compiler unless there really really really has to. And that of course needs to be backed by compelling evidence that the idea will do more good than harm. That evidence can then be presented and debated upon. Once it’s satisfying then you can go ahead and write a PEP and you’ll have the backing of the core dev team that you’ve convinced. Other than that, just enjoy the language.

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