nuttxpr commented on PR #15146: URL: https://github.com/apache/nuttx/pull/15146#issuecomment-2536322637
[**\[Experimental Bot, please feedback here\]**](https://github.com/search?q=repo%3Aapache%2Fnuttx+13552&type=issues) Yes, this PR appears to meet the basic NuttX requirements, though it could be improved. **Strengths:** * It addresses a clear need: Adding LLVM toolchain support for Arm on Apple platforms. * It outlines the impact (albeit minimally). * It provides testing verification and logs, demonstrating functionality. **Weaknesses & Suggestions for Improvement:** * **Summary:** The summary is too brief. It should explain *why* LLVM toolchain support is needed. Is this for performance, compatibility, or some other reason? It should also explicitly state *what* changed (e.g., "Added configuration options and build scripts to support..."). * **Impact:** While the "no impact" statements are fine if true, it's important to be thorough. Consider the following: * **Impact on hardware:** Does this impact *any* hardware, even indirectly? For example, are there any specific Arm architectures or boards that are now supported or unsupported because of this change? Even if the answer is "no," explicitly stating it demonstrates that you considered the question. * **Impact on documentation:** If LLVM toolchain usage is now possible, the documentation almost certainly needs updating to guide users on how to use it. Even a small documentation update warrants a "YES" here with a description of the changes. * **Impact on compatibility:** Does this change introduce any compatibility issues with existing code or tools? Even if the answer is no, explicitly stating so is beneficial. * **Testing:** The provided logs only show a successful build. More comprehensive testing is needed to demonstrate functionality. Consider including: * Tests of basic functionality on the target hardware (if applicable). * Tests of any specific features related to the LLVM toolchain. * Performance benchmarks comparing LLVM to GCC (if relevant). * **Clarity:** Specify the exact versions of LLVM used (e.g., `llvm-16.0.6`, not just `release-17.0.1`). This level of detail is crucial for reproducibility. By addressing these weaknesses, the PR would be significantly stronger and more likely to be accepted. -- This is an automated message from the Apache Git Service. To respond to the message, please log on to GitHub and use the URL above to go to the specific comment. To unsubscribe, e-mail: [email protected] For queries about this service, please contact Infrastructure at: [email protected]
