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NASM 2.16.01

Online Assembler (NASM) Compiler & Editor

myCompiler is a free online Assembly compiler, editor and code runner that lets you write, run, and share Assembly code directly in your browser. It works as your Assembly playground, sandbox, fiddle, cloud compiler, and online REPL. No downloads, no installation needed. Just open the editor and start coding with syntax highlighting, autocomplete, and instant output.

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How to run Assembly code online

Three steps to go from idea to running Assembly code in this online playground. No account required.

Write your code Code editor with syntax highlighting, line numbers, and a file tab showing the current language main.asm 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Assembly Ln 7, Col 25

Write your code

Open the Assembly editor and start writing. The smart editor gives you syntax highlighting, autocomplete, and error detection as you type.

Click Run Editor with a Run button and keyboard shortcut hint to execute code on cloud servers main.asm 2 Run or press Ctrl +

Click Run

Hit the Run button or press +Enter to run your Assembly code on secure, sandboxed cloud servers.

See results Integrated terminal displaying program output with command prompt and execution results main.asm 3 1 2 ... Terminal $ nasm main.asm && ld && ./a.out $ Program finished

See results

Output appears instantly in the integrated terminal. Errors and exceptions show up with clear, helpful messages.

Everything you need to code in Assembly

A complete online Assembly IDE and coding playground in your browser. Write, run, and share code without any setup.

Zero setup required

Start coding in seconds with this browser-based Assembly interpreter. No downloads, no installations, no environment configuration. Open your browser, go to myCompiler, and start writing Assembly code immediately.

Works on any device with a web browser. Desktop, laptop, tablet, phone, Chromebook. There is nothing to install and nothing to configure.

Feature-rich code editor

Write Assembly with a professional-grade code editor built into your browser. Syntax highlighting colors your code for readability, making keywords, strings, and functions easy to distinguish at a glance.

Intelligent autocomplete suggests methods and properties as you type, and real-time error detection catches mistakes before you run your code.

Multi-file projects

Create and manage multiple files in a single project. Use the file sidebar to organize your code into modules, then import them across files just like in a desktop IDE.

Build modular applications with proper project structure. Each file is editable, and you can switch between them instantly.

Run code instantly

Click the Run button or press +Enter to execute your Assembly code instantly. This online code runner displays output immediately in the integrated terminal panel. Your code runs on secure, sandboxed cloud servers and results appear in seconds.

Error messages and tracebacks are displayed clearly, making it easy to find and fix issues. The terminal supports ANSI colors for rich output formatting.

Ready to try it? Write and run your first Assembly program in seconds.

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Assembly on myCompiler

myCompiler runs NASM 2.16.01, always up to date with the latest stable release. You get a full browser-based IDE with syntax highlighting, intelligent code completion, multi-file project support, a built-in terminal for real-time output, and standard input (stdin) for interactive programs. Write, compile, run, and debug Assembly code on any device. Desktop, laptop, tablet, phone, Chromebook. Zero downloads, zero configuration, and no sign-up required. Save your programs with a unique URL and share them with anyone. You can also embed a working Assembly editor on your own website.

Use this online Assembly playground as a quick code executor for testing snippets, a coding sandbox for learning, or a cloud compiler for coding interview preparation. The editor includes dark mode for comfortable coding, keyboard shortcuts for faster workflows, and clear error messages with line numbers so you can debug quickly. Students use it for homework and practice. Teachers use it to share working examples. Developers use it to prototype ideas. myCompiler is beginner-friendly, fast, and completely free. It works in any modern web browser.

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Assembly code examples

Common Assembly patterns you can try in the online compiler. Each example is ready to run.

Hello World in Assembly

main.asm
section .data
    msg db "Hello, World!", 10
    len equ $ - msg
section .text
    global _start
_start:
    mov rax, 1
    mov rdi, 1
    mov rsi, msg
    mov rdx, len
    syscall
    mov rax, 60
    xor rdi, rdi
    syscall

Variables and Data Types in Assembly

main.asm
section .data
    num1    dq 42
    num2    dq 58
    msg     db "Sum: ", 0
    msglen  equ $ - msg

section .text
    global _start
_start:
    mov rax, [num1]
    add rax, [num2]     ; rax = 42 + 58 = 100
    ; exit with the sum as exit code
    mov rdi, rax
    mov rax, 60
    syscall

If-Else Conditionals in Assembly

main.asm
section .data
    pos_msg db "Positive", 10
    pos_len equ $ - pos_msg
    neg_msg db "Non-positive", 10
    neg_len equ $ - neg_msg

section .text
    global _start
_start:
    mov rax, 5          ; test value
    cmp rax, 0
    jle .non_positive
    mov rax, 1
    mov rdi, 1
    mov rsi, pos_msg
    mov rdx, pos_len
    syscall
    jmp .exit
.non_positive:
    mov rax, 1
    mov rdi, 1
    mov rsi, neg_msg
    mov rdx, neg_len
    syscall
.exit:
    mov rax, 60
    xor rdi, rdi
    syscall

For and While Loops in Assembly

main.asm
section .data
    newline db 10

section .bss
    buf resb 2

section .text
    global _start
_start:
    mov rcx, 5          ; loop counter
    mov rbx, 0          ; i = 0
.loop:
    test rcx, rcx
    jz .done
    ; convert rbx to ASCII digit and print
    mov rax, rbx
    add rax, 0x30
    mov [buf], al
    mov rax, 1
    mov rdi, 1
    mov rsi, buf
    mov rdx, 1
    syscall
    inc rbx
    dec rcx
    jmp .loop
.done:
    mov rax, 60
    xor rdi, rdi
    syscall

Functions in Assembly

main.asm
section .data
    msg db "Result: 120", 10
    len equ $ - msg

section .text
    global _start

; Compute factorial(n): n in rdi, result in rax
factorial:
    cmp rdi, 1
    jle .base
    push rdi
    dec rdi
    call factorial
    pop rdi
    imul rax, rdi
    ret
.base:
    mov rax, 1
    ret

_start:
    mov rdi, 5
    call factorial      ; rax = 120
    mov rax, 1
    mov rdi, 1
    mov rsi, msg
    mov rdx, len
    syscall
    mov rax, 60
    xor rdi, rdi
    syscall

Arrays and Collections in Assembly

main.asm
; Array of 5 integers
section .data
    nums    dq 10, 20, 30, 40, 50
    count   equ 5

section .text
    global _start
_start:
    xor rax, rax        ; sum = 0
    xor rcx, rcx        ; i = 0
.loop:
    cmp rcx, count
    jge .done
    add rax, [nums + rcx*8]
    inc rcx
    jmp .loop
.done:
    ; exit with sum / 10 as code (15 = 150/10)
    mov rdi, rax
    mov rax, 60
    syscall

Memory Layout in Assembly

main.asm
; Assembly structs via memory layout
; struct Dog { name: 32 bytes, age: 8 bytes }
section .data
    dog_name db "Rex", 0
             times 29 db 0
    dog_age  dq 3
    msg      db "Dog initialized", 10
    msg_len  equ $ - msg

section .text
    global _start
_start:
    mov rax, 1
    mov rdi, 1
    mov rsi, msg
    mov rdx, msg_len
    syscall
    mov rax, 60
    xor rdi, rdi
    syscall

Error Handling in Assembly

main.asm
; Check syscall return value for errors
section .data
    filename db "nonexistent.txt", 0
    errmsg   db "File not found", 10
    errlen   equ $ - errmsg

section .text
    global _start
_start:
    ; Try to open file
    mov rax, 2          ; sys_open
    mov rdi, filename
    mov rsi, 0          ; O_RDONLY
    mov rdx, 0
    syscall
    ; Check for error (negative return)
    test rax, rax
    jns .ok
    mov rax, 1
    mov rdi, 2          ; stderr
    mov rsi, errmsg
    mov rdx, errlen
    syscall
.ok:
    mov rax, 60
    xor rdi, rdi
    syscall

File I/O in Assembly

main.asm
section .data
    filename db "output.txt", 0
    content  db "Hello, File!", 10
    cont_len equ $ - content

section .text
    global _start
_start:
    ; Open/create file (O_WRONLY|O_CREAT|O_TRUNC = 0o641)
    mov rax, 2
    mov rdi, filename
    mov rsi, 0o641
    mov rdx, 0o644
    syscall
    mov r8, rax         ; save fd
    ; Write to file
    mov rax, 1
    mov rdi, r8
    mov rsi, content
    mov rdx, cont_len
    syscall
    ; Close file
    mov rax, 3
    mov rdi, r8
    syscall
    ; Exit
    mov rax, 60
    xor rdi, rdi
    syscall

System Calls in Assembly

main.asm
; Linux x86-64 system calls demo
section .data
    msg1 db "sys_write: stdout", 10
    len1 equ $ - msg1
    msg2 db "sys_write: stderr", 10
    len2 equ $ - msg2

section .text
    global _start
_start:
    ; Write to stdout (fd=1)
    mov rax, 1
    mov rdi, 1
    mov rsi, msg1
    mov rdx, len1
    syscall
    ; Write to stderr (fd=2)
    mov rax, 1
    mov rdi, 2
    mov rsi, msg2
    mov rdx, len2
    syscall
    ; Exit with code 0
    mov rax, 60
    xor rdi, rdi
    syscall

How to take input in Assembly online

myCompiler supports standard input (stdin) for Assembly programs. Use Assembly's standard input functions to read user input. Enter your input data in the stdin panel before running your program.

This works for both single-line and multi-line input. You can read strings and convert to numbers using the language's built-in I/O functions.

Try it yourself
main.asm stdin supported
section .data
    msg db "Enter text: ", 0
    mlen equ $ - msg
section .bss
    buf resb 64
section .text
    global _start
_start:
    mov rax, 0
    mov rdi, 0
    mov rsi, buf
    mov rdx, 64
    syscall
    mov rdx, rax
    mov rax, 1
    mov rdi, 1
    mov rsi, buf
    syscall
    mov rax, 60
    xor rdi, rdi
    syscall
stdin
Hello!
Output
Hello!

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Getting started with Assembly online

You can start writing and running Assembly code right now without installing anything. Type your code, and click Run. This free Assembly code runner executes your program instantly and displays the output in the terminal panel below the editor. Open the Assembly online editor, type your code, and click Run.

If you're new to Assembly, use this online Assembly playground to start with the basics like variables, data types, conditionals, and loops. The code examples above cover all the fundamentals you need to get started. Each example can be copied into the sandbox and run immediately. No setup, no configuration.

As you progress, try creating multi-file projects, using libraries, and sharing your programs with others via URL. Sign up for a free account to save your work and build a personal library of programs. myCompiler works as a full online Assembly IDE right in your browser.

Who uses myCompiler

Whether you're learning to code, preparing for interviews, or prototyping ideas, myCompiler is built for you.

Students & Learners

Practice exercises, complete homework assignments, and experiment with code without installing anything on school or personal computers.

Teachers & Educators

Share code examples with students via unique URLs. Embed the compiler in course materials so students can run examples directly in the browser.

Interview Candidates

Practice coding interview problems, test algorithms, and verify solutions quickly during preparation for technical interviews.

Professional Developers

Quickly prototype ideas, test code snippets, or try out a library without setting up a local environment. Great for quick experiments.

Content Creators & Bloggers

Embed interactive examples in blog posts, tutorials, and documentation so readers can run code without leaving the page.

Teams & Collaborators

Share code snippets with colleagues via URLs. Others can view, run, and fork your code to build on your work.

myCompiler vs. local IDE

Why use an online Assembly compiler instead of installing one locally?

Feature myCompiler Local IDE
Setup time Instant Minutes to hours
Installation None required Assembly + IDE required
Device support Any browser Desktop only
Sharing code One-click URL Manual (file, git, etc.)
Languages 27+ in one place One at a time
Cost Free forever Free to $$$
Works on Chromebook Yes Limited

What is Assembly?

Assembly language is a low-level programming language that provides a human-readable representation of a processor's machine code instructions. Unlike high-level languages, Assembly has a near one-to-one correspondence with the binary instructions executed by the CPU. NASM (Netwide Assembler), used on myCompiler, is one of the most popular x86/x86-64 assemblers, known for its clean Intel syntax and portable output formats.

Writing in Assembly means working directly with CPU registers (rax, rbx, rsp), memory addresses, arithmetic instructions, and Linux system calls via syscall. There are no variables, functions, or objects, only registers, memory, and instructions. This extreme explicitness makes Assembly invaluable for understanding how computers actually work.

What is Assembly used for?

Assembly is used for understanding computer architecture and how CPUs execute programs, writing operating system kernels and bootloaders (x86 boot sectors are written in Assembly), device drivers for hardware interaction, optimizing critical hot paths in compilers and databases, reverse engineering and malware analysis, and exploit development in security research. Compilers like GCC and LLVM generate Assembly as an intermediate step.

Assembly for beginners

Assembly is not a beginner language, it requires understanding CPU architecture, memory layout, calling conventions, and system call interfaces. However, writing Assembly teaches you what compilers do and builds an irreplaceable mental model of computation. Computer science students often write a "Hello World" in Assembly as a rite of passage. Use myCompiler's online NASM compiler to experiment with x86-64 Assembly without setting up a Linux development environment.

Assembly vs other languages

Compared to C, Assembly requires manual management of registers and stack frames that C handles automatically, but Assembly gives absolute control over every instruction executed. Modern optimizing compilers (GCC, Clang) often produce Assembly as efficient as hand-written code, which is why Assembly is mostly used for specific hot paths rather than entire programs. Compared to Rust or C++, Assembly has no type system, no memory safety, and no abstraction, you work at the hardware's level of abstraction directly.

Why use an online Assembly compiler?

An online NASM assembler, also called an Assembly sandbox or x86 playground, lets you assemble and run x86-64 Assembly code directly in your browser without installing NASM and a Linux environment. This is invaluable for computer architecture courses, learning how system calls work, understanding CPU register usage, and experimenting with low-level programming concepts without local setup.

myCompiler's online Assembly IDE uses NASM for x86-64 Linux, linked with the C runtime. You can make Linux system calls, write functions following the System V AMD64 ABI, and use data sections for strings and constants. Save and share your Assembly programs via URL, all free.

Why is Assembly so popular?

Assembly remains relevant because all software ultimately executes as machine code, and understanding Assembly is fundamental to understanding performance, security vulnerabilities, and how compilers work. Reverse engineers and security researchers read Assembly daily, every binary disassembles to Assembly. The resurgence of interest in systems programming, embedded development, and security research has kept Assembly education alive in universities and bootcamps.

Assembly career opportunities

Assembly knowledge is valued for security researcher / reverse engineer, embedded systems engineer, compiler engineer, operating systems developer, and performance engineer roles. Security companies, chip manufacturers, defense contractors, and low-level software firms prize Assembly expertise. It is often combined with C and Rust for roles at the OS and firmware level.

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Keyboard shortcuts

Code faster with these keyboard shortcuts in the myCompiler editor.

Run code
+ Enter
Save program
+ S
Toggle comment
+ /
Indent line
Tab
Unindent line
Shift + Tab
Undo
+ Z
Select next occurrence
+ D
Find & replace
+ H

Embed the Assembly compiler on your website

Add an interactive Assembly compiler to your website, blog, or learning platform. Readers can write and run Assembly code directly on your page without leaving it.

Perfect for technical tutorials, coding courses, documentation, and educational content. Save a program on myCompiler and use the embed link to add it to any webpage.

Embedded Assembly compiler, editor and code runner
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frameborder="0">
</iframe>

Why developers choose myCompiler

A full-featured online IDE for Assembly and 27+ other programming languages.

27+ Languages

Python, JavaScript, Java, C++, Rust, Go, TypeScript, C#, and many more. All compilers and interpreters in one place. Switch languages instantly.

Dark & Light Mode

Switch between light and dark themes with one click. Code comfortably in any lighting condition, day or night.

Mobile Friendly

Fully responsive editor optimized for phones, tablets, and Chromebooks. Code on any device with a web browser. No app download needed.

Save & Share Code

Save programs to your account, share via unique URLs, and let others view, fork, and run your code. Great for collaboration and code reviews.

Tags & Organization

Organize your saved programs with tags and find them quickly with search and filters. Build a personal library of code snippets and solutions.

No Account Required

Start writing and running code immediately. No sign-up, no email, no credit card. Create a free account later only if you want to save your work.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about using the online Assembly compiler, playground, and code runner.

Yes! myCompiler is completely free for all supported languages including Assembly. There are no subscriptions, no premium tiers, and no hidden costs. Every feature is available at no charge.
myCompiler keeps its Assembly environment up to date. You can see the exact version on the language details section of this page. We regularly update all language runtimes to their latest stable versions.
myCompiler uses NASM for x86-64 Assembly on Linux. You can write programs using x86-64 instructions, make Linux system calls, and learn low-level programming concepts.
Simply open the Assembly editor, write or paste your code, and click the Run button. Your code will be executed on our servers and the output will appear in the terminal panel within seconds.
Yes. Click Save to store your program. You will receive a unique URL that you can share with anyone. Recipients can view, fork, and run your code.
Yes. myCompiler supports multi-file projects. You can create, rename, and delete files in the sidebar. This lets you organize your Assembly code just like in a local IDE.
Yes. All code runs in isolated containers on our servers. Each execution gets its own sandboxed environment that is destroyed after completion. Your code cannot affect other users or our infrastructure.
Yes. myCompiler has a responsive design optimized for phones and tablets. You can write and run Assembly code on the go. The mobile interface uses tabs for switching between the editor, output, and file panels.
Yes. Click the Input tab in the bottom panel, type or paste your input data, then click Run. Your program will read from the input you provided.
Execution is fast. Code runs on our optimized cloud infrastructure and output typically appears within seconds. Execution time depends on the complexity of your program.
Yes. myCompiler provides an embed feature. You can copy an iframe snippet and paste it into your website, blog, or documentation. Visitors can edit and run code directly on your page.
myCompiler supports common editor shortcuts including Run (Ctrl/Cmd+Enter), Save (Ctrl/Cmd+S), Find (Ctrl/Cmd+F), and more. See the keyboard shortcuts section on this page for the full list.
No. myCompiler requires an internet connection because code is compiled and executed on our cloud servers. The editor itself loads in your browser, but running code requires connectivity.
myCompiler offers a fast, free, zero-setup environment with a modern code editor, multi-file support, dark mode, and instant sharing. It is ideal for learning, prototyping, interviews, and sharing code examples.
Yes. myCompiler is great for practicing algorithms and coding problems. You can write Assembly code, provide custom input, and test your solutions instantly. Save your work and come back to it anytime.
Use print statements or console output to trace your program's behavior. myCompiler shows all standard output and error messages in the terminal panel. Error messages include line numbers to help you locate issues.

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