Lexicon Entry
Symbol Table
A data structure in object files that maps symbol names to their addresses and sizes. The linker uses this to resolve external references and combine object files.
Related Knowledge & Cross-References
Guide
Linker Explained: How Object Files Become Executables (Static & LTO)
Learn how the linker transforms object files into executables. Explore symbol resolution, relocation records, static vs dynamic linking, and Link-Time Optimization with real readelf and nm examples.