This project is a simulator implemented in C that emulates the execution of machine code instructions. It provides a basic framework for fetching, decoding, executing, and storing instructions, simulating the behavior of a processor.
To get started with the simulator, follow these steps:
- Clone the repository:
git clone https://github.com/your-username/project-name.git - Navigate to the project directory:
cd project-name - Compile the code:
gcc -o simulator Simulator.c - Run the simulator:
./simulator machprog.mc finalprog.txt
Make sure to replace machprog.mc with your machine code file and finalprog.txt with the desired output file.
The simulator takes two command-line arguments: the machine code file and the output file. It reads the machine code instructions from the input file, simulates their execution, and writes the final result to the output file.
- Fetching: The simulator fetches machine code instructions from the input file.
- Decoding: It decodes the instructions and determines their type (R, I, or J).
- Execution: The simulator executes the instructions based on their opcode and operands.
- Memory: It includes a main memory and register file to store and manipulate data.
- Output: The simulator displays the contents of the register file and writes the final result to the output file.
Contributions to the project are welcome. If you find any issues or have suggestions for improvements, please open an issue or submit a pull request.