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 Project Work:
   * The VIP processor design team commenced the project with a kickoff meeting to establish a shared vision. Team members discussed high-level goals, including performance, power consumption, and integration challenges. By the end of the week, a comprehensive list of requirements was created, serving as a roadmap for the project.
 
-  * To ensure all aspects were covered, the team reached out to various stakeholders, including software engineers and system architects. These discussions helped clarify expectations and highlighted potential issues that could arise during development. The team documented all insights to refine the initial project scope.
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   *  A timeline was drafted to outline key milestones and deliverables for the project. This timeline included deadlines for design, implementation, and testing phases. The team felt confident as they laid the groundwork for a structured approach moving forward.
 
 
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  * Team members engaged in collaborative brainstorming sessions to weigh the pros and cons of each architectural choice. This collaborative environment fostered creativity and allowed for a diverse range of ideas to surface. Ultimately, the team selected a hybrid approach that balanced performance with practical implementation challenges.
 
- * Prototypes of the chosen configurations were developed using simulation tools to assess their performance. These simulations provided valuable data on expected hit rates and latency. The results fueled discussions on further refinements and optimizations.
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 ## Week of 23 September 2024
 
- * During the third week, the team transitioned from design to the implementation phase, coding the cache logic. Each member was assigned specific components, such as the cache controller and data paths, to streamline the development process. This modular approach allowed for parallel work and faster progress.
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- * Integration of the cache with the existing processor pipeline began, focusing on ensuring seamless data flow. Initial integration tests were run to verify that the cache operated correctly within the broader system architecture. Early testing revealed a few integration issues that were promptly addressed, setting the stage for smoother subsequent phases.
+ * During the third week, the team continued to plan out the L1 instruction cache efforts.
 
- * The team conducted regular check-ins to monitor progress and address any technical challenges that arose during implementation. This iterative approach ensured that any problems were quickly identified and resolved. The week concluded with a sense of accomplishment as the foundational elements of the cache were in place.
 
 ## Week of 30 September 2024
 
- * The fourth week centered on performance analysis, utilizing advanced simulation tools to evaluate the cache's effectiveness under various workloads. Key metrics, such as cache hit rates and access latencies, were rigorously analyzed to identify potential bottlenecks. The team recognized that even small optimizations could lead to significant performance improvements.
+ * As the week progressed, the team collaborated closely to discuss the implications of their findings on overall processor design. Regular updates ensured that everyone was aligned on the direction of refinements. By the end of the week, the team had a clearer path forward, backed by solid data-driven insights.
 
- * Adjustments were made to the cache's replacement policies and pre-fetching algorithms based on the analysis results. These changes aimed to enhance cache efficiency and reduce access times significantly. The iterative testing process revealed a marked improvement in performance metrics.
+## Week of 7 October 2024
 
- * As the week progressed, the team collaborated closely to discuss the implications of their findings on overall processor design. Regular updates ensured that everyone was aligned on the direction of refinements. By the end of the week, the team had a clearer path forward, backed by solid data-driven insights.
+ * Important instruction cache work was discussed with Core team member Xingzhi Dai and James.
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+## Week of 14 October 2024
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+ * Work has officially started albeit the coding is less than 10 lines long.
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+## Week of 21 October 2024
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+ * The fourth week centered on performance analysis, utilizing advanced simulation tools to evaluate the cache's effectiveness under various workloads. Key metrics, such as cache hit rates and access latencies, were rigorously analyzed to identify potential bottlenecks. The team recognized that even small optimizations could lead to significant performance improvements.