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diff --git a/js/scripting-lang/baba-yaga-c/REQ.md b/js/scripting-lang/baba-yaga-c/REQ.md deleted file mode 100644 index 78c03b5..0000000 --- a/js/scripting-lang/baba-yaga-c/REQ.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,283 +0,0 @@ -# Baba Yaga JS Team Response to C Implementation Questions - -## Executive Summary - -Our JavaScript implementation successfully handles all the test cases, including `integration_02_pattern_matching.txt`. The key insight is that **function call arguments are evaluated immediately when the assignment is processed**, not lazily. This is critical for avoiding the argument corruption issue you're experiencing. - -## Critical Issue Analysis - -### Root Cause of Your Segfault - -The issue you're experiencing with `factorial` receiving `n = -3549` instead of `5` is likely due to **argument evaluation timing and memory management**. Here's what's happening: - -1. **Immediate Evaluation**: In `fact5 : factorial 5;`, the argument `5` must be evaluated immediately when the assignment is processed -2. **Memory Safety**: The argument value must be properly allocated and preserved until the function is called -3. **Scope Management**: Function arguments need to be bound to the correct scope when the function is executed - -## Detailed Answers to Your Questions - -### 1. Function Call Argument Evaluation - -**Answer**: Arguments are evaluated **immediately** when parsing the assignment. - -```javascript -// In our implementation: -case 'Assignment': - const assignmentValue = evalNode(node.value); // This evaluates factorial 5 immediately - globalScope[node.identifier] = assignmentValue; - return; -``` - -**Key Points**: -- `factorial 5` is evaluated to a function call result (120) before assignment -- No lazy evaluation or delayed argument processing -- Arguments are fully resolved before the assignment completes - -### 2. Memory Management for Function Arguments - -**Answer**: We use JavaScript's built-in memory management, but the critical insight is **argument evaluation order**: - -```javascript -case 'FunctionCall': - let args = node.args.map(evalNode); // Evaluate all arguments immediately - return funcToCall(...args); -``` - -**Key Points**: -- Arguments are evaluated in order: `[evalNode(arg1), evalNode(arg2), ...]` -- Each argument is fully resolved before function execution -- No special cleanup needed due to JavaScript's garbage collection -- For recursive calls, each call gets fresh argument arrays - -### 3. File Reading vs Piped Input - -**Answer**: Our implementation handles both identically, but we use different input methods: - -```javascript -// File reading -async function readFile(filePath) { - const fs = createFileSystem(); - return new Promise((resolve, reject) => { - fs.readFile(filePath, 'utf8', (err, data) => { - if (err) reject(err); - else resolve(data); - }); - }); -} - -// Piped input (stdin) -const rl = createReadline(); -``` - -**Key Points**: -- No differences in parsing between file and stdin -- Same lexer/parser for both input sources -- No preprocessing or encoding differences - -### 4. Top-Level Assignment Semantics - -**Answer**: Top-level assignments evaluate their right-hand side **immediately**: - -```javascript -// This evaluates factorial 5 immediately, not lazily -fact5 : factorial 5; - -// This is equivalent to: -fact5 : (factorial 5); -``` - -**Key Points**: -- No lazy evaluation in Baba Yaga -- Parentheses don't change evaluation timing -- All expressions are evaluated when encountered - -### 5. Function Call Argument Array Initialization - -**Answer**: Arguments are evaluated and stored in a fresh array for each call: - -```javascript -case 'FunctionCall': - let args = node.args.map(evalNode); // Fresh array each time - return funcToCall(...args); -``` - -**Key Points**: -- Array is created fresh for each function call -- Arguments are evaluated in order -- No pre-allocation or reuse of argument arrays - -## Language Semantics Answers - -### 6. Pattern Matching in Multi-Parameter Contexts - -**Answer**: Expressions are evaluated **once** per pattern match: - -```javascript -case 'WhenExpression': - const whenValues = Array.isArray(node.value) - ? node.value.map(evalNode) // Evaluate once - : [evalNode(node.value)]; -``` - -**Key Points**: -- `(x % 2)` and `(y % 2)` are evaluated once when the when expression is processed -- Results are cached and reused for pattern matching -- No re-evaluation during pattern comparison - -### 7. Recursive Function Scope - -**Answer**: Each recursive call gets a fresh local scope: - -```javascript -let localScope = Object.create(globalScope); // Fresh scope each call -for (let i = 0; i < node.params.length; i++) { - localScope[node.params[i]] = args[i]; // Bind parameters -} -``` - -**Key Points**: -- Prototypal inheritance from global scope -- Fresh parameter bindings for each call -- No scope pollution between recursive calls - -### 8. Partial Application Semantics - -**Answer**: Partial application occurs when fewer arguments are provided: - -```javascript -if (args.length < node.params.length) { - return function(...moreArgs) { // Return curried function - const allArgs = [...args, ...moreArgs]; - // ... handle remaining arguments - }; -} -``` - -**Key Points**: -- Automatic currying when arguments < parameters -- No errors for partial application -- Works with user-defined and standard library functions - -## Implementation Answers - -### 9. Parser State Management - -**Answer**: Parser state is maintained throughout file processing: - -```javascript -function interpreter(ast, environment = null, initialState = {}) { - let globalScope = { ...initialState }; - // ... parser maintains state in globalScope -} -``` - -**Key Points**: -- No state reset between statements -- Global scope persists throughout execution -- Context switching handled by scope inheritance - -### 10. Error Handling - -**Answer**: Errors cause immediate termination with descriptive messages: - -```javascript -if (identifierValue === undefined) { - throw new Error(`Variable ${node.value} is not defined`); -} -``` - -**Key Points**: -- No error recovery or continuation -- Descriptive error messages -- Immediate termination on critical errors - -### 11. Memory and Performance - -**Answer**: Leverage JavaScript's garbage collection: - -**Key Points**: -- No manual memory management -- Automatic cleanup of temporary values -- No identified performance bottlenecks - -## Test-Specific Answers - -### 12. Integration Test 02 Expected Behavior - -**Answer**: The test should complete successfully with these outputs: - -``` -=== Integration Test: Pattern Matching === -Pattern matching integration test completed -``` - -**Expected Values**: -- `fact5 = 120` (factorial of 5) -- `fact3 = 6` (factorial of 3) -- All assertions should pass -- No errors or segfaults - -### 13. File Reading Behavior - -**Answer**: Our JS implementation handles the test file correctly: - -```bash -$ bun lang.js tests/integration_02_pattern_matching.txt -=== Integration Test: Pattern Matching === -Pattern matching integration test completed -``` - -**Key Points**: -- No differences between file reading and piped input -- All assertions pass -- No known issues with this test file - -## Debugging Recommendations - -### 14. Debugging Strategies - -**Recommendations**: -1. **Add argument validation**: Log argument values before function execution -2. **Check evaluation order**: Ensure arguments are evaluated before assignment -3. **Memory debugging**: Use tools like AddressSanitizer/LeakSanitizer (or Valgrind on Linux) to detect memory corruption -4. **Scope inspection**: Verify parameter binding in recursive calls - -### 15. Testing Approach - -**Our Testing Strategy**: -- Comprehensive test suite with edge cases -- Function argument validation -- Recursive function testing -- Pattern matching validation - -## Implementation Recommendations - -### 16. Code Review Suggestions - -**Critical Areas to Check**: -1. **Argument evaluation timing**: Ensure `factorial 5` is evaluated immediately -2. **Memory allocation**: Verify argument arrays are properly allocated -3. **Scope management**: Check parameter binding in recursive calls -4. **File I/O**: Ensure no buffer corruption during file reading - -### 17. Test Validation - -**Our Results**: -- All 27 tests pass in our implementation -- No segfaults or memory issues -- Consistent behavior across file and stdin input - -## Specific Fix Recommendations - -Based on your symptoms, focus on these areas: - -1. **Immediate Argument Evaluation**: Ensure `factorial 5` evaluates to `120` before assignment -2. **Memory Safety**: Check for buffer overflows or uninitialized memory -3. **Scope Isolation**: Verify recursive calls don't corrupt argument values -4. **File Reading**: Ensure no differences between file and stdin processing - -## Contact Information - -We're available for further discussion and can provide additional code examples or debugging assistance. The key insight is that Baba Yaga uses **eager evaluation** - all expressions are evaluated immediately when encountered, not lazily. - -Good luck with resolving the final issue! Your 96% completion rate is impressive, and this should be the final piece needed for 100%. |