nuttxpr commented on PR #15032: URL: https://github.com/apache/nuttx/pull/15032#issuecomment-2514169551
[**\[Experimental Bot, please feedback here\]**](https://github.com/search?q=repo%3Aapache%2Fnuttx+13552&type=issues) ## Does this PR meet the NuttX Requirements? Please be concise This PR likely **does not fully meet** the NuttX requirements as presented. While the summary describes *what* functions are added, it lacks crucial context: * **Missing WHY:** The summary fails to explain *why* these `__gcov_*` functions are necessary. Are they for code coverage? Debugging? What problem do they solve or feature do they enable? This is the most critical missing piece. * **Missing HOW:** While the function names suggest a relation to `execve`, `execv`, and `fork`, the empty implementations offer no insight into *how* they work or interact with the existing system. Do they wrap the existing functions? Are they intended to be filled in later? More detail is needed. * **Missing Issue References:** If this addresses a specific bug or implements a requested feature, linking to the relevant NuttX or NuttX Apps issue is essential for traceability. The Impact and Testing sections are entirely placeholder text, making it impossible to assess the full impact of the change or the thoroughness of testing. ## Suggested Improvements to the PR 1. **Explain the "Why":** Clearly state the purpose of adding these functions. What problem are they solving? What feature are they implementing? 2. **Explain the "How":** Describe the intended functionality of these functions, even if they're currently empty placeholders. Explain how they integrate with the existing `execve`, `execv`, and `fork` calls. 3. **Provide Context:** Are these related to code coverage using gcov? If so, state that explicitly. This helps reviewers understand the larger picture. 4. **Complete Impact Assessment:** Fill out the Impact section with specific details about the changes' effects. Consider even seemingly minor impacts. If there are no impacts in a particular category, explicitly state "NO" and briefly explain why (e.g., "Impact on hardware: NO - These changes are purely software-based."). 5. **Provide Thorough Testing Details:** Describe the testing environment (host OS, compiler, target architecture, board configuration) and include relevant logs demonstrating the functionality before and after the change. Even simple "Hello World" style tests demonstrating that the system still functions correctly after adding these functions would be valuable. 6. **Link Related Issues (if applicable):** If this PR addresses an existing issue, link to it in the Summary. By addressing these points, the PR will be much more complete and easier for reviewers to understand and approve. -- 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]
