lld ☆
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Description:
LLVM Project Linker
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @llvmorg  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: linker llvm compiler build-system performance
Install: brew install lld
About:
LLD is a high-performance linker from the LLVM project, designed as a drop-in replacement for system linkers like GNU ld. It significantly reduces link times for large projects, especially when used with Clang. Its primary value is speed and seamless integration into existing build systems.
Key Features:
  • Extremely fast linking speeds
  • Drop-in compatible with GNU linkers
  • Native support for LLVM bitcode
  • Efficient memory usage
Use Cases:
  • Accelerating build times for large C++ applications
  • Linking object files generated by Clang and LLVM
  • Replacing default linkers in CI/CD pipelines
Alternatives:
  • GNU ld – The standard GNU linker; LLD is significantly faster but maintains compatibility.
  • gold – A faster GNU linker alternative; LLD generally offers better performance and newer features.
Version History
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Dec 17, 2025 11:13am 0 VERSION_BUMP 5499a20e
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Sep 29, 2024 1:46pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 44ba1d05
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