Look into removing Skip from Mir
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Description
Is it necessary to have a Skip statement in the Mir? I think we might use it in optimization, but maybe it is not necessary.
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Research direction
Inspect the Mir representation and the optimization passes that may use Skip. Determine whether Skip is necessary, then document the conclusion and any required compiler changes; the issue does not name specific files or tests.
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Assessment
- Tech stack
- ocaml
- Domain
- compilers
- Issue type
- Refactor
- Difficulty
- 5/5
- Estimated time
- Over a week
- Activity status
- Stale
- Clarity
- Needs clarification
- Newbie friendliness
- 30/100