powerpc backend is missing bctar and related branch mnemonics
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Description
`bctar` was added in Power ISA 2.07 but isn't supported by the powerpc backend. We'll also want to add related mnemonics like `blttarl-` or `bdztar+`.
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Research direction
The requested entry point is the powerpc backend; start by locating its instruction definitions and existing tests for branch mnemonics. Confirm how bctar and related forms such as blttarl- and bdztar+ are represented, then verify the backend accepts them and the relevant tests pass.
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Assessment
- Domain
- compilers
- Issue type
- Feature
- Difficulty
- 3/5
- Estimated time
- 1-2 days
- Activity status
- Stale
- Clarity
- Mostly clear
- Newbie friendliness
- 45/100