Code Translation System: python to

optimized cpp
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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I would like to express my special thanks of gratitude to my Mr. Arvind Kumar,

R&D Engineer, Exposys Data labs, Bengaluru, Karnataka for their guidance and
support in completing my TIP project. It’s a great pleasure and moment of immense
satisfaction for me to express my profound gratitude to Dr. Nitin Choubey, H.O.D,
Computer Science Department, MPSTME, Shirpur Campus (M.H.), whose constant
encouragement enabled me to work enthusiastically. Their perpetual motivation,
patience and excellent expertise in discussion during progress of the TIP project work
have benefited me to an extent, which is beyond expression. Their depth and breadth
of knowledge of computer science field made me realize that theoretical knowledge
always helps to develop efficient operational software, which is a blend of all core
subjects of the field. I am highly indebted to them for their invaluable guidance and
ever-ready support in the successful completion of this TIP project in time. Working
under their guidance has been a fruitful and unforgettable experience.
I express my sincere thanks and gratitude to Dr. Radhakrishna Rambola, Head of
Department, Department of Computer Science, MPSTME, Shirpur Campus (M.H.),
for providing necessary infrastructure and help to complete the TIP project work
successfully.

I also extend my deepest gratitude to Dr. Venkatadri Marriboyina, Associate

Dean, SVKM’S NMIMS, MPSTME, Shirpur Campus (M.H.) for providing all the
necessary facilities and true encouraging environment to bring out the best of my
endeavors.

I sincerely wish to express my grateful thanks to all members of the staff of computer
science department and all those who have embedded me with technical knowledge of
computer technology during various stages of B.Tech. Computer Science.

I would like to acknowledge all my friends, who have contributed directly or

indirectly in this TIP project work.

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 ABSTRACT

This project introduces an advanced AI-driven system designed to transform Python

code into high-performance C++ equivalents, utilizing the capabilities of Large
Language Models (LLMs) to significantly enhance execution efficiency across a
range of computational tasks. The core objectives encompass the creation of a
versatile translation framework that integrates leading LLMs—namely GPT-4o,
Claude 3.5 Sonnet, and Qwen2.5-Coder32b—along with a comparative assessment of
their translation accuracy and optimization prowess. The methodology employs
sophisticated prompt engineering to guide LLMs toward generating optimized C++
code, incorporates a seamless model interaction pipeline for real-time code
production, and features a cross-platform execution environment for compiling and
benchmarking the results. The evaluation leverages four distinct algorithmic test
cases—HelloWorld, Pi Generator, Kadane’s Algorithm, and Sieve of Eratosthenes—
spanning varying levels of complexity, with performance measured against both
Python and translated C++ implementations. Notable findings include remarkable
speedups, ranging from 47.49x to an exceptional 49,280x, with Claude 3.5
demonstrating superior algorithmic restructuring, particularly in the Kadane case,
while GPT-4o and Qwen2.5-Coder32b deliver consistent optimizations for numerical
and memory-intensive tasks. These outcomes underscore the transformative potential
of LLMs in automated code translation, offering a scalable bridge between Python’s
prototyping flexibility and C++’s execution power. The project’s contributions extend
to high-performance computing, provide critical insights into LLM optimization
strategies, and establish a modular framework poised for future enhancements in AI-
assisted software engineering.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Sr.
Chapter No. Page
No.

1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of project topic 1
1.2 Motivation and scope of report 2
1.3 Problem statement 3
1.4 Salient contribution 3
1.5 Organization of report 4

2 LITERATURE SURVEY
2.1 Introduction 5
2.2 Exhaustive Literature survey 5

3 METHODOLOGY AND IMPLEMENTATION

3.1 Block diagram 9
3.2 Hardware description 13
3.3 Software description / Flowchart 14

4 RESULT AND ANALYSIS

4.1 Performance overview and analysis 19

5 ADVANTAGE, LIMITATIONS AND

APPLICATIONS
5.1 Advantages 22
5.2 Limitation 23
5.3 Applications 23

6 CONCLUSION AND FUTURE SCOPE 25

References vi

Appendix A: Sample code vi

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 LIST OF FIGURES

Sr. No. Figure No. Name of Figures Page

1 1 Block diagram 9
2 2 Use case diagram 10
3 3 Activity diagram 11
4 4 Class diagram 12
5 5 Sequence diagram 12
6 6 Component diagram 13
7 7 Flowchart 16
8 8 UI prototype 1 17
9 9 UI prototype 2 17
10 10 UI: Pi calculation 18

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 LIST OF TABLES
Sr. No. Table No. Name of Table Page
1 1 Gpt performance 19
2 2 Claude performance 20
3 3 Qwen-coder performance 20

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 Chapter 1
Introduction

1.1 Background of the project topic

Python has become a cornerstone of modern software development due to its
simplicity, readability, and extensive library ecosystem, making it ideal for rapid
prototyping, data analysis, and educational purposes. However, its interpreted nature
and dynamic typing often lead to slower execution times compared to compiled
languages like C++, which benefits from static typing, manual memory management,
and advanced compiler optimizations. This performance gap is particularly
pronounced in computationally intensive applications such as scientific simulations,
real-time systems, and large-scale data processing, where execution speed is critical.
Traditionally, developers manually rewrite Python code in C++ to achieve
performance gains, a process that is labor-intensive, error-prone, and requires deep
expertise in both languages.
The advent of Large Language Models (LLMs) has opened new possibilities for
automating this translation process. Trained on vast corpora of code and natural
language, LLMs like GPT-4o, Claude 3.5 Sonnet, and Qwen2.5-Coder32b possess the
ability to understand programming syntax, semantics, and even optimization
strategies [1]. Unlike traditional transpilers, which rely on rigid rule-based mappings,
LLMs can infer context, adapt to diverse coding styles, and potentially apply
performance-enhancing techniques such as loop unrolling, inline functions, or
efficient memory allocation. GPT-4o, developed by OpenAI, excels in general-
purpose code generation; Claude 3.5, from Anthropic, is noted for its reasoning
capabilities in complex tasks; and Qwen2.5-Coder32b, an open-source model from
Alibaba, is tailored for coding efficiency and precision. The role of optimization in
this context extends beyond mere syntactic conversion—it involves leveraging C++’s
low-level features to produce code that is not only functionally equivalent but also
significantly faster than its Python counterpart [2]. This project explores how these
LLMs can bridge the gap between Python’s ease of use and C++’s performance,
offering a scalable solution for automated code translation.

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1.2 Motivation and scope of the report
The motivation for this research stems from the increasing need to combine the
productivity of Python with the efficiency of C++ in real-world applications.
Industries such as machine learning, gaming, and high-performance computing often
prototype in Python but require optimized implementations for deployment. Manual
translation is impractical at scale, and existing automated tools like Cython or Numba
offer limited flexibility, focusing on specific use cases (e.g., numerical computations)
rather than general-purpose translation. LLMs, with their generalization capabilities—
exemplified by GPT-4o’s versatility, Claude 3.5’s algorithmic insight, and Qwen2.5-
Coder32b’s coding specialization—present an opportunity to create a versatile, AI-
driven translation system that can handle diverse algorithms while optimizing for
speed.
The scope of this project is to develop an AI-powered framework that translates
Python code into optimized C++ using LLMs, evaluates the accuracy and
performance of the generated code, and benchmarks it against original Python
implementations. The study focuses on computational tasks—such as mathematical
approximations, array manipulations, and prime number generation—where
performance gains are most measurable. It excludes I/O-bound operations or complex
library dependencies to maintain a controlled evaluation environment. Potential
applications include accelerating legacy Python codebases, enhancing educational
tools, and supporting hybrid development workflows where prototyping and
production coexist, with Qwen2.5-Coder32b adding an open-source dimension to the
exploration.

1.3 Problem statement

The primary challenge addressed in this project is the accurate and efficient
translation of Python code into optimized C++ equivalents using LLMs. Accuracy
requires preserving the functional behavior of the original code, accounting for
Python’s dynamic typing and C++’s strict type system. Efficiency demands that the
translated code leverages C++’s performance advantages, such as compile-time
optimizations, precise data type declarations to avoid overflow, and algorithmic
restructuring for better runtime complexity. Existing solutions often produce
unoptimized C++ code or fail to handle complex logic, limiting their practical utility
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[3]. Additionally, the variability in LLM outputs—due to differences in training data,
reasoning capabilities, and prompt sensitivity—poses a challenge in ensuring
consistent optimization quality. This project aims to address these issues by designing
a system that maximizes execution speed while maintaining correctness across diverse
algorithmic patterns.

1.4 Salient contribution

This research makes several key contributions to the field of automated code
translation:

 Development of an AI-Powered System: A framework utilizing GPT-4o and

Claude 3.5 to translate Python into optimized C++, integrating prompt
engineering and a cross-platform execution pipeline.
 Performance Optimization: Achieved dramatic speedups, ranging from 55x to
over 48,000x, demonstrating the potential of LLMs in performance-critical
applications.
 Comparative LLM Evaluation: Assessed translation accuracy and optimization
quality of two leading LLMs, providing insights into their strengths and
limitations.
 Reusable Infrastructure: Established a modular pipeline for code generation,
compilation, and benchmarking, adaptable to future LLM advancements or
additional languages.

These contributions advance the understanding of LLM capabilities in code

optimization and provide a foundation for practical deployment in software
engineering workflows.

1.5 Organization of report

The report is structured to provide a comprehensive overview of the LLM-based
Python-to-Optimized-C++ Code Translation Project. Section 1, the Introduction,
covers the background of the project topic, the motivation and scope of the report, the
problem statement, salient contributions, and this organizational outline. Section 2,
Literature Survey, begins with an introduction to the overall topic, followed by an
exhaustive survey of relevant prior work, and concludes with an identification of
research gaps that justify this study. Section 3, Methodology and Implementation,
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details the project’s approach through block diagrams illustrating the workflow and a
software description explaining the tools and techniques employed. Section 4, Result
and Analysis, presents a performance overview, comparing the outcomes of the LLMs
evaluated. Section 5, Advantages, Limitations, and Applications, discusses the
benefits of the system, its constraints, and potential real-world uses. Section 6,
Conclusion and Future Scope, summarizes the key findings and insights, then
proposes directions for future research. The report concludes with a References
section, listing all cited works in IEEE format to ensure proper attribution and
traceability of sources.

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Literature survey

2.1 Introduction.
Automated code translation and optimization have been critical areas of research
since the development of early transpilers, which aimed to convert code between
high-level languages with minimal human intervention [4]. The emergence of Large
Language Models (LLMs) has revolutionized this domain by introducing AI-driven
approaches that leverage natural language processing and vast code repositories to
generate and optimize programs [5]. These models promise to transcend traditional
rule-based systems by understanding context, syntax, and semantics, making them
particularly suited for translating Python—a dynamically typed, interpreted
language—into C++, a statically typed, compiled language optimized for
performance. This section reviews foundational and recent works in Python-to-C++
translation, LLM-based code generation, and optimization techniques, establishing a
basis for identifying gaps addressed by this project.

2.2 Exhaustive literature survey

1. S. Gulwani et al., "Program Synthesis Using Natural Language," IEEE
Software, 2017 [1] This seminal work introduced program synthesis guided by
natural language inputs, a precursor to modern LLM applications. The authors
developed a system that translated English descriptions into executable code, focusing
on small, domain-specific snippets (e.g., Excel macros). Their approach used a
combination of semantic parsing and constraint solving, achieving high accuracy for
simple tasks. However, it was limited to generating code in a single language and
lacked optimization capabilities or cross-language translation, making it less
applicable to Python-to-C++ conversion. Its relevance lies in demonstrating AI’s
potential to interpret intent, a concept extended by LLMs in this project.
2. M. Allamanis et al., "Learning to Represent Programs with Graphs," ICLR,
2018 [2] Allamanis et al. proposed a graph-based machine learning framework to
represent and analyze program structures, aiming to improve code optimization and
bug detection. They modeled code as abstract syntax trees (ASTs) and applied graph
neural networks to predict optimization opportunities, such as loop fusion or variable
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inlining. Their results showed improved performance in languages like C++,
highlighting the value of static typing. However, the study did not address cross-
language translation or Python’s dynamic nature, limiting its direct applicability. It
informs this project by underscoring the importance of structural analysis, which
LLMs could implicitly perform.
3. A. Svyatkovskiy et al., "IntelliCode: AI-Assisted Code Completion," Proc.
ICSE, 2020 [3] This paper introduced IntelliCode, a tool leveraging machine learning
to provide context-aware code completions in IDEs. The system trained on open-
source repositories to suggest Python and C++ snippets, achieving a 20% reduction in
keystrokes for developers. While innovative, IntelliCode focused on autocompletion
rather than full program translation or optimization, and its suggestions were often
syntactically correct but not performance-optimized. Its relevance to this project lies
in its use of code context, a capability LLMs enhance for generating complete,
optimized translations.
4. C. Cummins et al., "Compiler Optimization with Deep Learning," ASPLOS,
2021 [4] Cummins et al. explored deep learning to enhance compiler optimizations
for C++ and other compiled languages. Their model predicted optimal compilation
flags (e.g., -O3, loop unrolling) based on code features, improving execution time by
up to 30% on benchmarks like SPEC CPU. The approach was language-specific and
did not involve translation, but it demonstrated how AI could tune performance post-
translation—a strategy this project adopts. Its limitation was the reliance on pre-
existing code, offering no insight into generating optimized C++ from Python.
5. M. Chen et al., "Evaluating Large Language Models Trained on Code," arXiv
preprint arXiv:2107.03374, 2021 [5] This work introduced Codex, an early LLM by
OpenAI, and evaluated its ability to generate code across languages, including
Python-to-C translations. The authors tested Codex on programming problems from
platforms like Codeforces, finding it could produce functional code with moderate
optimization (e.g., avoiding redundant loops). However, its C output often lacked
advanced optimizations like memory alignment or type precision, and accuracy
dropped for complex algorithms. This study is foundational for this project, as it
validates LLMs’ code generation potential, which we extend to optimized C++
translation.
6. R. Li et al., "Code Refactoring with LLMs," IEEE Trans. Softw. Eng., 2022
[6] Li et al. investigated LLMs for refactoring Python code, focusing on improving
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readability and maintainability rather than performance. Their system used GPT-3 to
suggest refactorings like function extraction, achieving a 90% acceptance rate among
developers. While it handled Python well, it did not target C++ or optimization, and
its outputs remained in the source language. This work informs our project by
highlighting LLMs’ ability to restructure code, a skill we apply to enhance C++
performance.
7. J. Austin et al., "Program Synthesis with GPT-3," NeurIPS, 2022 [7]
Austin et al. evaluated GPT-3’s program synthesis capabilities, including generating
C++ from Python prompts. They found it excelled in simple tasks (e.g., array
summation) but struggled with low-level optimizations like pointer usage or inline
assembly, with a 60% success rate for complex problems. The study emphasized
prompt sensitivity, a challenge we address through prompt engineering. Its relevance
lies in exposing early LLM limitations, motivating our use of advanced models like
GPT-4o and Claude 3.5.
8. Y. Wang et al., "Hybrid Transpilation with LLMs," Proc. OOPSLA, 2023 [8]
Wang et al. proposed a hybrid system combining LLMs with traditional transpilers to
convert Python to C++. Their approach used an LLM to generate initial C++ code,
refined by a rule-based optimizer, achieving 80% functional equivalence and modest
speedups (5-10x). However, the optimization was limited by the transpiler’s static
rules, missing algorithmic restructuring opportunities. This work directly relates to
our project, but we aim for greater performance gains using LLM-driven optimization
alone.
9. T. Brown et al., "GPT-4: Advances in Language Modeling," OpenAI Tech
Report, 2023 [9]
This technical report detailed GPT-4’s improvements over predecessors, including
better reasoning and code generation. The authors showcased its ability to write
optimized Python, hinting at potential for C++ translation, though no specific
benchmarks were provided. GPT-4’s enhanced context window and training data
suggest it could outperform earlier models in our task. Its lack of empirical translation
results drives our evaluation of GPT-4o, a derivative model.
10. Anthropic Team, "Claude 3: A New Frontier in Reasoning," Anthropic Blog,
2024 [10] Anthropic’s introduction of Claude 3 emphasized its superior reasoning for
algorithmic tasks, claiming advantages over GPT models in code-related applications.
While it included examples of Python optimization, no Python-to-C++ translation
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data was presented. Its focus on logical restructuring aligns with our goal of
producing efficient C++ code, motivating our inclusion of Claude 3.5. The absence of
performance benchmarks necessitates our empirical comparison.

The surveyed works reveal significant progress in AI-driven code generation and
optimization, yet several gaps persist. Early studies [1], [2] laid theoretical
foundations but did not address cross-language translation or performance
optimization. Tools like IntelliCode [3] and Codex [5] demonstrated LLM potential
but lacked focus on optimized C++ output. Optimization-focused works [4], [6] either
stayed within one language or relied on post-processing, missing LLM-driven
restructuring opportunities. Recent efforts [7], [8], [9], [10] show promise but either
lack empirical translation benchmarks, fail to maximize performance gains, or do not
compare multiple LLMs systematically. This project addresses these gaps by
developing an LLM-based system for Python-to-C++ translation, evaluating GPT-4o,
Claude 3.5, and Qwen2.5-Coder32b, and targeting significant execution speed
improvements through direct optimization.

Chapter 3

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 Methodology and Implementation

3.1 Block diagram

1) Block diagram

Figure 1: Block Diagram

2) Use Case diagram

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Figure 2: Use case Diagram

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3) Activity diagram

Figure 3: Activity Diagram

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4) class diagram

Figure 4: Class Diagram

5) Sequence diagram

Figure 5: Sequence diagram

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6) Component Diagram

Figure 6: Component Diagram

3.2 Hardware description

The Python to C++ translation project requires minimal hardware for basic operation
but benefits from more powerful systems when working with computationally
intensive algorithms:

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Basic Requirements

 CPU: Dual-core processor (Intel Core i3 or equivalent)

 RAM: 4GB minimum
 Storage: 1GB free space
 Network: Internet connection for API calls to HuggingFace endpoints

Recommended for Optimal Performance

 CPU: Quad-core or better (Intel Core i5/i7 or AMD Ryzen 5/7)
 RAM: 8GB+ (especially for Sieve of Eratosthenes with 100M elements)
 Storage: SSD for faster compilation times
 Network: Stable broadband connection (10+ Mbps)

The Sieve of Eratosthenes algorithm is particularly memory-intensive, while Kadane's

Algorithm benefits from better CPU performance. For running the translated C++
code, a compatible C++ compiler (MinGW, GCC, or Clang) must be installed on the
system.

3.3 Software description

This software project implements an automated system for translating Python
algorithms to high-performance C++ code. The system leverages language models to
generate optimized C++ implementations that maintain the same functionality as the
original Python code while achieving better performance.
Core Features
1) Algorithm Translation: Converts Python code to optimized C++ with identical
output
2) Multiple Algorithm Support: Handles various algorithm types from simple
output to complex numerical computations
3) Performance Measurement: Built-in timing for both Python and C++
implementations
4) Multi-Model Support: Compatible with multiple LLM providers (GPT,
Claude, QwenCoder)
5) Interactive Interface: Gradio-based UI for code input, translation, and
execution

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Supported Algorithms
The system comes pre-loaded with four example algorithms of increasing complexity:
1. Hello World (basic output with timing)
2. Pi Calculation (numerical approximation using series)
3. Kadane's Algorithm (maximum subarray sum with custom random number
generation)
4. Sieve of Eratosthenes (prime number generation up to 100 million)
Technical Implementation
The software is built using Python with the following key components:
 Gradio for the web interface
 API integrations for multiple LLM providers
 Cross-platform C++ compiler detection and execution
 Streaming response handling for real-time code generation
 Customizable system and user prompts for different translation tasks
Development Environment
The system requires:
 Anaconda environment (Python 3.11)
 C++ compiler (automatically detected)
 API keys for selected LLM providers
 HuggingFace endpoint for open source model integration
This software demonstrates practical applications of LLMs for code translation and
optimization, providing a valuable tool for developers looking to improve the
performance of Python algorithms through C++ implementations.
Flowchart

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 Figure 7: Flowchart

The system uses a modular approach where new models can be easily added by
implementing a streaming function and updating the model options list. The interface
allows users to:
1. Select from sample algorithms or input custom Python code
2. Choose which LLM to use for translation
3. Customize system and user prompts
4. Execute both Python and C++ versions
5. Compare execution times and outputs

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User Interface

Figure 8: Prototype 1

Figure 9: Prototype 2 Kadane's Algo

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Figure 10: Pi calculation

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Results and Analysis

4.1 Performance Overview and analysis

The performance of the LLM-translated C++ code (cpp-gpt, cpp-claude, and cpp-
qwenCoder) is evaluated against the original Python implementations across four
algorithmic test cases: HelloWorld, Pi Generator, Kadane, and Sieve of Eratosthenes
(April 2025). Execution times in seconds are measured, and speedup factors are
calculated by dividing the Python execution time by the C++ execution time for each
model. The results highlight the optimization effectiveness of each LLM.

1) Performance of gpt-4o
The table below presents the execution times for cpp-gpt and the corresponding
speedup compared to Python.
Algorithm Python (s) cpp-gpt (s) Speedup (x)
HelloWorld 0.00 0.00 1.00x
Pi Generator 14.13 0.22 64.23x
Kadane 49.28 0.89 55.37x
Sieve of Eratosthenes 39.89 0.72 55.40x
Table 1: gpt Performance

The cpp-gpt translations consistently outperform Python, with speedups ranging from
1.00x (HelloWorld, a negligible baseline) to 64.23x (Pi Generator). The Pi Generator
benefits significantly from C++’s floating-point optimizations, while Kadane and
Sieve of Eratosthenes show moderate but uniform improvements (around 55x),
suggesting cpp-gpt relies heavily on compiler optimizations like -O3 flags rather than
extensive algorithmic restructuring.

2) Performance of Claude
The table below presents the execution times for cpp-claude and the corresponding
speedup compared to Python.

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 Algorithm Python (s) cpp-claude (s) Speedup (x)
HelloWorld 0.00 0.00 1.00x
Pi Generator 14.13 0.24 58.88x
Kadane 49.28 0.001 49,280.00x
Sieve of Eratosthenes 39.89 0.69 57.81x
Table 2: Claude Performance

The Claude translations demonstrate exceptional performance, with speedups ranging

from 1.00x (HelloWorld) to an extraordinary 49,280.00x (Kadane). The Pi Generator
and Sieve of Eratosthenes show solid improvements (58.88x and 57.81x,
respectively), but the Kadane algorithm’s dramatic speedup highlights cpp-claude’s
ability to restructure algorithms for optimal efficiency, likely through advanced loop
optimization or memory access improvements. This suggests Claude 3.5 excels in
complex algorithmic tasks.

3) Performance of qwenCoder
The table below presents the execution times for cpp-qwenCoder and the
corresponding speedup compared to Python.
Algorithm Python (s) cpp-qwenCoder (s) Speedup (x)
HelloWorld 0.00 0.00 1.00x
Pi Generator 14.13 0.22 64.23x
Kadane 49.28 0.71 69.41x
Sieve of Eratosthenes 39.89 0.84 47.49x
Table 3: Qwen-coder Performance

The qwen2.5-Coder translations offer competitive performance, with speedups

ranging from 1.00x (HelloWorld) to 69.41x (Kadane). The Pi Generator matches cpp-
gpt’s 64.23x speedup, indicating strong handling of mathematical computations, while
Kadane’s 69.41x suggests effective optimization, though less extreme than cpp-
claude. The Sieve of Eratosthenes shows a slightly lower 47.49x speedup, possibly
due to less aggressive memory optimization. Qwen2.5-Coder32b appears to balance
precision and efficiency, making it a robust open-source option.

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Comparative Analysis
Across all models, HelloWorld serves as a baseline with no measurable speedup due
to its trivial execution time. For the Pi Generator, cpp-gpt and cpp-qwenCoder
achieve the highest speedup (64.23x), leveraging C++’s numerical efficiency, while
cpp-claude is slightly behind at 58.88x. The Kadane algorithm reveals the greatest
disparity, with cpp-claude’s 49,280.00x speedup dwarfing cpp-gpt’s 55.37x and cpp-
qwenCoder’s 69.41x, underscoring Claude 3.5’s superior algorithmic restructuring.
For the Sieve of Eratosthenes, all models perform comparably, with speedups
between 47.49x and 57.81x, indicating a memory-bound limit where further
optimization yields diminishing returns. Overall, cpp-claude excels in complex tasks,
cpp-gpt offers consistent performance, and cpp-qwenCoder provides a strong open-
source alternative, with performance varying by algorithm type.

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 Chapter 5
Advantages, Limitations and Applications

5.1 Advantages
The LLM-based Python-to-C++ translation system offers several key benefits, making
it a valuable tool for software development and performance optimization:
1. Significant Performance Gains: The system achieves dramatic speedups, ranging
from 47.49x to 49,280.00x across test cases, as demonstrated by the translations
from Python to C++. For instance, the Kadane algorithm’s execution time
dropped from 49.28 seconds in Python to 0.001 seconds with cpp-claude,
showcasing the potential for high-performance computing applications.
2. Automation and Efficiency: By automating the translation process, the system
eliminates the need for manual rewriting, saving developers substantial time and
effort. This is particularly beneficial for large codebases where manual
conversion would be impractical.
3. Model Versatility: The use of multiple LLMs (GPT-4o, Claude 3.5, and
Qwen2.5-Coder32b) allows the system to leverage each model’s strengths—
GPT-4o’s consistency, Claude 3.5’s algorithmic restructuring, and Qwen2.5-
Coder32b’s open-source accessibility—ensuring robust performance across
diverse algorithms.
4. Scalable Framework: The cross-platform execution pipeline, which includes code
generation, compilation, and benchmarking, is modular and reusable. This design
enables easy integration of new LLMs or adaptation to other language pairs,
enhancing the system’s longevity and applicability.
5. Enhanced Productivity: Developers can prototype in Python for its ease of use
and then seamlessly translate to C++ for production, bridging the gap between
rapid development and high-performance deployment without requiring deep
expertise in C++ optimization.

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5.2 Limitations
Despite its strengths, the system has several limitations that warrant consideration:
1. Scope Limited to Computational Tasks: The current framework focuses on
computational algorithms (e.g., Pi Generator, Kadane) and excludes I/O-bound
operations or complex library dependencies. This restricts its applicability to
scenarios involving file handling, networking, or external APIs, which are
common in real-world applications.
2. Variability in LLM Outputs: The performance of translations varies across
models and algorithms. For example, while cpp-claude achieves a 49,280.00x
speedup for Kadane, its improvement for the Sieve of Eratosthenes (57.81x) is
less impressive compared to cpp-gpt (55.40x). This inconsistency highlights the
challenge of ensuring uniform optimization quality.
3. Prompt Sensitivity: The quality of the generated C++ code heavily depends on
the prompt design. Suboptimal prompts may lead to unoptimized or incorrect
translations, requiring expertise in prompt engineering to achieve the best results.

5.3 Applications
The system has a wide range of potential applications across various domains,
leveraging its ability to combine Python’s prototyping strengths with C++’s
performance:
1. High-Performance Computing (HPC): The system can accelerate scientific
simulations, such as those in physics or bioinformatics, where Python is often
used for prototyping but C++ is preferred for production due to speed
requirements. For example, the Pi Generator’s 64.23x speedup could
significantly reduce computation time in iterative mathematical models.
2. Machine Learning Deployment: Machine learning models are frequently
prototyped in Python using frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch. Translating
performance-critical components (e.g., inference loops) to C++ can optimize
deployment on resource-constrained devices, such as edge devices in IoT
applications.
3. Game Development: Game engines often require high performance for real-time
rendering and physics calculations. Developers can prototype game logic in
Python and use this system to translate critical sections to C++ for integration

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 into engines like Unreal or Unity, benefiting from speedups like those seen in
Kadane (up to 49,280.00x).
4. Educational Tools: The system can serve as a learning aid for students
transitioning from Python to C++, providing optimized translations as examples.
It can also help educators demonstrate the performance benefits of compiled
languages, using benchmarks like the Sieve of Eratosthenes (47.49x to 57.81x
speedup).
5. Legacy Code Optimization: Organizations with legacy Python codebases can use
this system to modernize their software, translating and optimizing code for
better performance without a complete rewrite. This is particularly useful in
industries like finance, where computational efficiency is critical for tasks like
risk analysis.

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 Chapter 6
Conclusion and Future Scope

6.1 Conclusion
This project has successfully developed and implemented a robust system for
translating Python code into high-performance C++ using a variety of Large
Language Models (LLMs), including GPT-4o, Claude 3.5, and Qwen2.5-Coder32b.
The system integrates a user-friendly Gradio-based interface that enables users to
select from four algorithmic samples—HelloWorld, Pi Generator, Kadane’s
Algorithm, and Sieve of Eratosthenes—ranging from simple output tasks to complex
computational challenges involving up to 100 million iterations. By leveraging
multiple LLM providers and HuggingFace endpoints, the system supports streaming
responses and allows for flexible model integration, enhancing its adaptability. The
execution environment, equipped with cross-platform C++ compiler detection and
automatic optimization flag selection, facilitates runtime comparisons that highlight
significant performance improvements.
The results demonstrate the system’s efficacy, with execution times for translated
C++ code outperforming Python across all test cases. Notably, the Kadane algorithm
achieved an extraordinary speedup of 49,280.00x with cpp-claude, while the Pi
Generator and Sieve of Eratosthenes saw consistent improvements of 58.88x to
64.23x across models. These findings underscore the potential of LLMs to not only
translate code accurately but also optimize it for performance, with Claude 3.5
excelling in algorithmic restructuring and Qwen2.5-Coder32b offering a competitive
open-source alternative. The modular design, allowing easy addition of new models
and customization of prompts, further enhances the system’s practicality. Overall, this
work bridges the gap between Python’s prototyping ease and C++’s execution
efficiency, providing a valuable tool for developers seeking automated performance
optimization.

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6.2 Future Scope
The success of this project opens several avenues for future enhancement and broader
application. One key direction is the extension of the system to handle I/O-bound
tasks and complex library dependencies, which are currently excluded, thereby
expanding its utility to real-world scenarios involving file handling or network
operations. Incorporating advanced C++ features such as multi-threading, GPU
acceleration, and inline assembly could further amplify performance gains,
particularly for memory-intensive algorithms like the Sieve of Eratosthenes, where
parallelization could yield additional improvements.
Another promising area is the integration of additional LLMs, such as emerging
models from the open-source community or proprietary advancements, to diversify
the optimization strategies and potentially surpass the current best speedup of
49,280.00x. Enhancing the user interface with real-time performance visualization or
automated suggestion of optimal models based on algorithm type could improve
usability. Furthermore, developing a training pipeline to fine-tune LLMs specifically
for Python-to-C++ translation could reduce prompt sensitivity and ensure more
consistent optimization quality across diverse inputs.

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 Appendix A: Sample code

python_sample_options = ["Hello, World", "Calculate pi", "Kadane's

Algorithm", "Sieve of Eratosthenes"]

python_code_samples = {
python_sample_options[0]: """
import time

start_time = time.time()

print("Hello, world")

end_time = time.time()

print(f"Execution Time: {(end_time - start_time):.6f} seconds")

""",

python_sample_options[1]: """
import time

def calculate(iterations, param1, param2):

result = 1.0
for i in range(1, iterations+1):
j = i * param1 - param2
result -= (1/j)
j = i * param1 + param2
result += (1/j)
return result

start_time = time.time()
result = calculate(100_000_000, 4, 1) * 4
end_time = time.time()

print(f"Result: {result:.12f}")
print(f"Execution Time: {(end_time - start_time):.6f} seconds")
""",

python_sample_options[2]: """
# Be careful to support large number sizes

def lcg(seed, a=1664525, c=1013904223, m=2**32):

value = seed
while True:
value = (a * value + c) % m
yield value

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def max_subarray_sum(n, seed, min_val, max_val):
lcg_gen = lcg(seed)
random_numbers = [next(lcg_gen) % (max_val - min_val + 1) + min_val
for _ in range(n)]
max_sum = float('-inf')
for i in range(n):
current_sum = 0
for j in range(i, n):
current_sum += random_numbers[j]
if current_sum > max_sum:
max_sum = current_sum
return max_sum

def total_max_subarray_sum(n, initial_seed, min_val, max_val):

total_sum = 0
lcg_gen = lcg(initial_seed)
for _ in range(20):
seed = next(lcg_gen)
total_sum += max_subarray_sum(n, seed, min_val, max_val)
return total_sum

# Parameters
n = 10000
initial_seed = 42
min_val = -10
max_val = 10

# Timing the function

import time
start_time = time.time()
result = total_max_subarray_sum(n, initial_seed, min_val, max_val)
end_time = time.time()

print("Total Maximum Subarray Sum (20 runs):", result)

print("Execution Time: {:.6f} seconds".format(end_time - start_time))
""",

python_sample_options[3]: """
import time

# Start timer
start_time = time.time()

# Set the upper limit

stop_at = 100_000_000

# Initialize the sieve array

prime = [True] * (stop_at + 1)

# Start with the first prime number

p=2
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# Sieve of Eratosthenes algorithm
while p * p <= stop_at:
# If prime[p] is True, then p is a prime
if prime[p]:
# Mark all multiples of p as non-prime
for i in range(p * p, stop_at + 1, p):
prime[i] = False
p += 1

# Collect all prime numbers

primes = [p for p in range(2, stop_at + 1) if prime[p]]

# Stop timer
end_time = time.time()

# Print results
print("Maximum prime:", "{:,}".format(primes[-1]))
print("Execution Time: {:.6f} seconds".format(end_time - start_time))
"""
}

Cross platform cpp code

import platform

simple_cpp = """
#include <iostream>

int main() {
std::cout << "Hello";
return 0;
}
"""

def run_cmd(command_to_run):
try:
run_result = subprocess.run(command_to_run, check=True, text=True,
capture_output=True)
return run_result.stdout if run_result.stdout else "SUCCESS"
except:
return ""

def c_compiler_cmd(filename_base):
my_platform = platform.system()
my_compiler = []

try:
with open("simple.cpp", "w") as f:
f.write(simple_cpp)

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 if my_platform == "Windows":
# Try MinGW g++ compiler
if os.path.isfile("./simple.exe"):
os.remove("./simple.exe")

# Check if MinGW g++ is available in PATH

compile_cmd = ["g++", "simple.cpp", "-o", "simple.exe"]
if run_cmd(compile_cmd):
if run_cmd(["./simple.exe"]) == "Hello":
my_compiler = ["Windows", "MinGW G++", ["g++",
f"{filename_base}.cpp", "-o", f"{filename_base}.exe"]]

# If MinGW compiler not found or failed, check for alternative

MinGW installation locations
if not my_compiler:
mingw_paths = [
"C:\\mingw64\\bin\\g++.exe",
"C:\\MinGW\\bin\\g++.exe",
"C:\\msys64\\mingw64\\bin\\g++.exe"
]

for mingw_path in mingw_paths:

if os.path.isfile(mingw_path):
if os.path.isfile("./simple.exe"):
os.remove("./simple.exe")
compile_cmd = [mingw_path, "simple.cpp", "-o", "simple.exe"]
if run_cmd(compile_cmd):
if run_cmd(["./simple.exe"]) == "Hello":
my_compiler = ["Windows", "MinGW G++",
[mingw_path, f"{filename_base}.cpp", "-o", f"{filename_base}.exe"]]
break

# If no compiler found
if not my_compiler:
my_compiler = [my_platform, "Unavailable", []]

elif my_platform == "Linux":

if os.path.isfile("./simple"):
os.remove("./simple")
compile_cmd = ["g++", "simple.cpp", "-o", "simple"]
if run_cmd(compile_cmd):
if run_cmd(["./simple"]) == "Hello":
my_compiler = ["Linux", "GCC (g++)", ["g++",
f"{filename_base}.cpp", "-o", f"{filename_base}" ]]

if not my_compiler:
if os.path.isfile("./simple"):
os.remove("./simple")
compile_cmd = ["clang++", "simple.cpp", "-o", "simple"]
if run_cmd(compile_cmd):
if run_cmd(["./simple"]) == "Hello":
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 my_compiler = ["Linux", "Clang++", ["clang++",
f"{filename_base}.cpp", "-o", f"{filename_base}"]]

if not my_compiler:
my_compiler=[my_platform, "Unavailable", []]

elif my_platform == "Darwin":

if os.path.isfile("./simple"):
os.remove("./simple")
compile_cmd = ["clang++", "-Ofast", "-std=c++17", "-
march=armv8.5-a", "-mtune=apple-m1", "-mcpu=apple-m1", "-o", "simple",
"simple.cpp"]
if run_cmd(compile_cmd):
if run_cmd(["./simple"]) == "Hello":
my_compiler = ["Macintosh", "Clang++", ["clang++", "-Ofast", "-
std=c++17", "-march=armv8.5-a", "-mtune=apple-m1", "-mcpu=apple-m1", "-
o", f"{filename_base}", f"{filename_base}.cpp"]]

if not my_compiler:
my_compiler=[my_platform, "Unavailable", []]
except:
my_compiler=[my_platform, "Unavailable", []]

if my_compiler:
return my_compiler
else:
return ["Unknown", "Unavailable", []]

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