The following sections adhere to a standard layout in order to present
each stage n:
Introduction
The first few lines specify the last time the section was updated, the
class for which it is written, and the delivery dates. It also
briefly describes the stage.
Tn Goals, What this stage teaches
This section details the goals of the stage as a teaching exercise.
Be sure that examiners will make sure you understood these points.
Tn Samples, See Tn work
Actual examples generated from the reference compilers are exhibited
to present and “specify” the stage.
Tn Given Code, Explanation on the provided code
This subsection points to the on line material we provide, introduces
its components, quickly presents their designs and so forth. Check
out the developer documentation of the Tiger Compiler for more information, as the code is (hopefully) properly
documented.
Tn Code to Write, Explanation on what you have to write
But of course, this code is not complete; this subsection provides
hints on what is expected, and where.
Tn Options, Want some more?
During some stages, those who find the main task too easy can
implement more features. These sections suggest possible additional
features.
Tn FAQ, Questions not to ask
Each stage sees a blossom of new questions, some of which being
extremely pertinent. We selected the most important ones, those that
you should be aware of, contrary to many more questions that you ought
to find and ask yourselves. These sections answer this few
questions. And since they are already answered, you should not ask
them...
Tn Improvements, Other Designs
The Tiger Compiler is an instructional project the audience of which
is learning C++. Therefore, although by the end of the
development, in the latter stages, we can expect able C++ programmers,
most of the time we have to refrain from using advanced designs, or
intricate C++ techniques. These sections provide hints on what could
have been done to improve the stage. You can think of these sections
as material you ought to read once the project is over and you are a
grown-up C++ programmer.