optimization with the "compiler" module

[Steve Holden]

<sean.bowman at acm.org> wrote ...
> hello,
>
> I'm wondering if there's a way to optimize code generated using the
> compiler module.  for example, if I say::
>
>  import dis
>  from parser import compileast, expr
>
>  code = compileast(expr('x+3+7.'))
>  print dis.dis(code)
>
> I notice that the constants aren't folded.  is there a way to do this, or
> do I have to fiddle with the ast myself?
>
The interpreter does not perform constant folding, and it is not currently
intended that it should. If someone with sufficient knowledge, skill and
time wants to submit a patch, I am sure that will be regarded with nothing
but delight! :-)

regards
 Steve