Précis: A Usercentric Word-Length Optimization Tool
Maiga Chang, Scott Hauck · IEEE Design & Test of Computers · 2005
Translating an algorithm designed for a general-purpose processor into an algorithm optimized for custom logic requires extensive knowledge of the algorithm and the target hardware. Precis lets designers analyze the precision requirements of algorithms specified in Matlab. The design time tool combines simulation, user input, and program analysis to help designers focus their manual precision optimization efforts.