Explore the inner workings of modern x86 processors in this 54-minute conference talk from GOTO Chicago 2014. Delve into the complexities of CPU architecture and learn how understanding these internals can lead to more efficient code writing. Discover key concepts such as instruction pipelines, out-of-order execution, and branch prediction. Gain insights into how the processor executes instructions and optimizes performance. Learn practical techniques for leveraging this knowledge to improve your code's efficiency and speed. Perfect for developers looking to deepen their understanding of low-level computer architecture and its impact on software performance.