An Incremental Compiler for Data Acquisition

Computer software is described which incrementally compiles threaded code for pulse-height analysis according to console keyboard commands. This technique allows a single program to adapt to many experimental situations of arbitrary complexity, and to be changed during an experiment. Details of the "data acquisition processor" are discussed. We also mention some shortcomings of the program in which this routine is imbedded, mainly in the realm of user interaction. Suggestions are made for future work to avoid past problems.