jax-ml / jax-ml/ml_dtypes

Feature Request: 8 bit fixed point numbers

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Description

I'm interested in using 8 bit fixed point numbers in jax and numpy in the range [0, 1], and [-1, 1]. I think with the current naming convention it would be something like `float8_e0m8` and `float8_e0m7`.

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The issue names no files or tests. Start by reviewing the existing dtype extensions and naming convention, then clarify the representation and expected behavior for [0, 1] and [-1, 1]; done requires an agreed design and coverage for both 8-bit fixed-point types.

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Assessment

Tech stack
cpp
Domain
machine-learning
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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