RFD: test requirements for slow platforms

[Ian Lance Taylor]

Joern Rennecke <amylaar@spamcop.net> writes:

> So, back to the original question.  Is this a suitable bootstrap substitute
> for testing patches?

I think it can be.  You have to use good judgment, of course.  I know
you know this, but if the patch is going to change the generated code on
a specific target, then a bootstrap really is appropriate.  Or in some
cases compiling a set of code, such as cc1, and verifying that there are
no changes.

I'm personally reluctant to codify it, because it's really hard to
codify good judgment.  But if you say in your patch how you tested it,
the reviewers should be able to consider whether that is sufficient.

Ian