Re: Free Optimizing Ada Compiler

[sandy@snoopy.cs.umass.edu (& Wise)]

Well, while not exactly what you hoped for, the following is from the
Ada 9X "Transition Plan" (Draft, Feb 1991).

I suspect that the educational only terms of the proposal are somewhat
stricter than the FSF would prefer, but they could certainly respond
to the BAA when it comes out...

I people wish to comment on the language, the document indicates that
comments on the draft may be sent to "anderson@uv4.eglin.af.mil"

3.2 FREE EDUCATIONAL ADA 9X COMPLILATION SYSTEM

In the interest of introducting students to the many benefits of Ada
at minimal cost, an extremely user-friendly Ada 9X compilation system,
consisting of a compiler, library system, linker, run-time system and
debugger for commonly available platforms (e.g., SUN/UNIX or PC/DOS)
will be developed for educational purposes.  This system will be made
available to accredited universities free of charge.  Some level of
maintenance is envisioned.  Since this system is for educational
purposes only, and there is no intent to compete with industry but
rather to stimulate the market, it may be that certain features of the
language are not supported; however validation of the implemented
features will be required.  It is intended that the developer be
solicited through a Broad Area Announcement in FY 92.  Ideally, proven
off-the-shelf toos shall be the basis of this system.

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