ptoas-manual-authoring

To write ISA specification documents without exposing hardware implementation details, describe operations using purpose, syntax, operands, constraints, and observable behavior. Focus on semantic pseudocode and execution rules rather than internal lowering or hardware logic.

Semantic pseudocode in technical documentation describes observable execution behavior and valid operation rules without exposing hardware specifics. You need it when writing operation references or ISA specifications to ensure users understand execution semantics accurately.

To review PTOAS operation manuals for stale syntax and incomplete constraints, check for legacy operation names, hidden defaults, and missing legal clauses. Ensure documentation covers complete syntax, operand meanings, defaults, and observable execution behavior consistently.

Writing user-focused operation manuals does not require hardware lowering knowledge. You should document complete assembly forms, legal clauses, semantics, and realistic examples while actively avoiding implementation details that would confuse users or make documentation obsolete.

When adding a new operation to ISA specification documents, cover complete legal syntax, operand meanings, defaults, constraints, observable execution behavior, and semantic pseudocode. Ensure all documentation remains consistent with current specification standards and valid shapes.