nuttxpr commented on PR #14592:
URL: https://github.com/apache/nuttx/pull/14592#issuecomment-2451581350

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   No, this PR description does not fully meet the NuttX requirements. While it 
provides some information, it lacks crucial details in almost every section.  
Here's a breakdown of what's missing and how it can be improved:
   
   **Summary:**
   
   * **Missing:**  The summary is far too brief. It states *what* was done, but 
not *why*.  What problem does this CMake build system solve?  Is the current 
build system broken, inadequate, or is this simply adding a more modern option? 
 How does the CMake build system work (at a high level)? Which parts of the 
code were modified to implement this (e.g., the configuration system, Makefiles 
replaced, etc.)?
   
   **Impact:**
   
   * **Insufficient Detail:** Saying "new features and forward compatibility" 
is vague.  Specifically:
       * **New Feature:** Explicitly state that "CMake build support is added 
for the Xtensa architecture."
       * **Forward Compatibility:**  How does this improve forward 
compatibility?  With newer CMake versions? With other build systems? Explain 
clearly.
   * **Missing Impact Assessments:**  The PR description omits assessment for 
most impact categories. It needs to address *each* point explicitly, even if 
the answer is "NO." For example:
       * **User Impact:**  Will users need to change how they build NuttX for 
Xtensa?  If so, provide clear instructions.
       * **Build Impact:** The build process *definitely* changes. Describe 
how.  Are existing Makefiles affected? Are there new configuration options?
       * **Hardware Impact:**  Does this affect any specific Xtensa chips or 
boards?  If not, explicitly state "NO."
       * **Documentation Impact:**  Does documentation need updating?  If so, 
has it been updated in the PR, or is a separate documentation PR planned?
       * **Security Impact:**  Even if the answer is "NO," explicitly state it.
       * **Backward Compatibility:** Does this break the existing build system 
for Xtensa? If not, state "NO."
       * **Anything else to consider:** Are there any known limitations of the 
CMake build?
   
   
   **Testing:**
   
   * **Insufficient Detail:** The provided commands are insufficient.
       * **Build Host:**  Specify the OS, CPU architecture, and compiler used 
for testing. (e.g., "Linux x86_64, GCC 12.2").
       * **Target:**  Be more specific. Instead of "xt-run," indicate the 
specific Xtensa target and configuration being tested (e.g., "Espressif ESP32 
DevKitC, default configuration").
   * **Missing Logs:** The template clearly requests "Testing logs before 
change" and "Testing logs after change." These are essential for reviewers to 
understand what functionality was tested and verify that the changes work as 
intended.  Include relevant output showing successful builds and execution 
(even if it's just a simple "Hello, World").  If there were build errors before 
the change, show those too.
   
   
   **Example of an Improved Summary:**
   
   This PR implements CMake as an alternative build system for the Xtensa 
architecture. The current Makefile-based build system, while functional, can be 
complex and difficult to extend.  CMake offers a more modern, cross-platform 
build system that simplifies the build process, improves maintainability, and 
enables easier integration with other tools.  This implementation involves 
adding CMakeLists.txt files to the Xtensa architecture directory and modifying 
the configuration system to support CMake generation.  This addresses [NuttX 
Issue #123](replace with actual issue number if applicable).
   
   
   By providing these missing details, the PR will be much easier for reviewers 
to understand, evaluate, and ultimately merge.  A complete and thorough PR 
description greatly improves the chances of a successful contribution.
   


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