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[ROM] functionalities in asm code

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Description

### Description

The rom_start.S asm file implements lot of functionalities (interrupt, reset, RMA, Power, watchdog, clock, memory init) in asm code. is there specific reasons for implementing them in asm ?

Can they be moved to C code ?

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Research direction

Start by reading rom_start.S and mapping its interrupt, reset, RMA, power, watchdog, clock, and memory-init functionality. Then investigate the reasons these routines use assembly and assess whether moving them to C is feasible; the issue provides no tests or concrete completion criteria.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c
Domain
embedded-iot
Issue type
Refactor
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
20/100

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