Generalize atomic interface in PS
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- C
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Description
The current interface for ps_faa and ps_cas require very specific input and output types. They should be made generic across types likely by having them be macros for compiler intrinsics, or (if we're OK with word-size limitations), with casts.
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Research direction
Start by locating the definitions and call sites for ps_faa and ps_cas, then inspect how their current input and output types are constrained. The work is done when both interfaces support the intended range of types through compiler intrinsics or documented word-size casts, with behavior verified against the existing atomic operations.
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Assessment
- Tech stack
- c
- Domain
- distributed-systems
- Issue type
- Feature
- Difficulty
- 4/5
- Estimated time
- 3-5 days
- Activity status
- Stale
- Clarity
- Mostly clear
- Newbie friendliness
- 35/100