llvm / llvm/circt

Why python bindings need a unified build?

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Description

As the title shows, why Circt needs a unified build? Can I build llvm first and then build circt?

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The issue does not name any files, tests, or build entry points. Start by reviewing CIRCT's build documentation and the relationship between its LLVM/MLIR dependencies and Python bindings; done means documenting whether LLVM can be built separately and why a unified build is required.

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Tech stack
cpp, python
Domain
build-system, documentation
Issue type
Documentation
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3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
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Stale
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Needs clarification
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