Redundant length in array instances
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The `Binary` instances for `Array i e` and `UArray i e` serialise the length of the array. This is redundant, since the length can be computed from the bounds (which are also serialised).
Getting rid of the length would save 8 bytes. The question is if it's worth it to potentially break code for this (small?) gain.
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Start by locating the Binary instances for Array i e and UArray i e and reviewing how their bounds and lengths are serialized. Determine whether removing the length is compatible with existing serialized data and whether the 8-byte saving justifies the break; the issue is done only once that compatibility question has a clear decision and agreed scope.
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