Well, most interpreters use a compiler internally, for example to compile to byte code. The book explains that as well, so I'd recommend just reading it: https://craftinginterpreters.com/a-map-of-the-territory.html...

Thanks.

You should read the book! :)

I had started but not come to that point yet. Mea culpa.

Ignorant HN downvoting monkeyboys at it again. Caint call em men, hee hee, ho ho.