[llvm-dev] Patent issue about LLVM and JavaScript

[David Chisnall via llvm-dev]

On 10 Sep 2015, at 07:59, Datke Second via llvm-dev <llvm-dev at lists.llvm.org> wrote:
> 
> I'm considering to develop a LLVM frontend for some
> ECMAScript like language. But I noticed that Apple has
> a patent about it (see www.google.com/patents/US8752016).
> I'm not very familiar about patent stuffs, so I'm seeking
> help about: Can I release my work for JITing JavaScript
> to LLVM IR freely with an open source license, and even
> use within commercial projects?

Please do not discuss patents on public mailing lists.  If you have a legal question, please consult a lawyer.

David