Use jemalloc #48
Use jemalloc #48
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WalkthroughThe pull request introduces jemalloc, a high-performance memory allocator, into the project. Changes span multiple files to integrate jemalloc as an alternative memory allocation strategy. The workflow and Dockerfile are updated to install jemalloc dependencies, the build configuration is modified to link the library, and a new Changes
Sequence DiagramsequenceDiagram
participant Build as Build System
participant Main as Main Application
participant Allocator as Memory Allocator
Build->>Main: Configure Build
alt Release Fast Mode
Build->>Main: Link jemalloc
Main->>Allocator: Use jemalloc Allocator
else Other Modes
Main->>Allocator: Use Default Allocator
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🧹 Nitpick comments (3)
Dockerfile (1)
3-3: Consider pinning the package version for consistency.While adding
libjemalloc2is correct, consider pinning its version to ensure consistent builds across environments.-RUN apt-get update && apt-get install -y glibc-tools libjemalloc2 +RUN apt-get update && apt-get install -y glibc-tools libjemalloc2=5.3.0-2src/jemalloc.zig (1)
7-14: Initialize the allocator ptr field.The
ptrfield is marked as undefined. While this might work since the field isn't used, it's better to initialize it properly for safety and clarity.pub const allocator = Allocator{ - .ptr = undefined, + .ptr = null, .vtable = &.{ .alloc = alloc, .resize = resize, .free = free, }, };.github/workflows/build.yml (1)
33-34: Consider pinning package version and optimizing installation steps.For consistency and reproducibility:
- Pin the package version
- Consider combining this with other apt installation steps if they exist in the workflow
- - run: sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get install -y libjemalloc-dev + - name: Install build dependencies + run: | + sudo apt-get update + sudo apt-get install -y libjemalloc-dev=5.3.0-2
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🔇 Additional comments (6)
src/jemalloc.zig (3)
16-22: LGTM! Proper alignment and error handling.
The allocation function correctly handles alignment calculation and memory allocation errors.
40-44: LGTM! Clean implementation.
The free function correctly deallocates memory using je_free.
24-38: Verify je_malloc_usable_size behavior across jemalloc versions.
The resize implementation assumes je_malloc_usable_size returns the total allocatable size. This assumption might not hold true across all jemalloc versions and could lead to memory corruption if incorrect.
src/main.zig (2)
10-10: LGTM: Clean import addition
The jemalloc import follows the existing code style and organization.
45-45: Verify jemalloc integration with existing memory management
The conditional allocator assignment looks good. Using jemalloc only in ReleaseFast mode while maintaining GPA for tests is a solid approach that preserves debugging capabilities.
Let's verify the jemalloc integration:
✅ Verification successful
Jemalloc integration is properly implemented and configured
The jemalloc integration is correctly implemented with:
- Proper allocator interface implementation in
src/jemalloc.zigwith all required functions (alloc, resize, free) - Correct system library linking in
build.zigspecifically for ReleaseFast mode - Appropriate conditional usage in
main.zigthat switches between jemalloc and GPA based on build mode - Memory safety with proper alignment handling and null checks
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build.zig (1)
47-47: Verify jemalloc availability in build environments
The jemalloc library linking is correctly configured for ReleaseFast builds and properly placed after linkLibC().
Let's verify the build configuration:
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Jemalloc dependency is properly configured across build environments
The verification confirms that jemalloc is correctly set up:
- GitHub Actions workflow installs
libjemalloc-devpackage - Dockerfile includes
libjemalloc2installation - Build system properly handles cross-compilation through standardTargetOptions
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| test "basic" { | ||
| const buf = try allocator.alloc(u8, 256); | ||
| defer allocator.free(buf); | ||
| } |
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🛠️ Refactor suggestion
Enhance test coverage with additional test cases.
The current test is basic. Consider adding tests for:
- Different alignment values
- Buffer resizing
- Zero-size allocation
- Large allocation
- Out-of-memory conditions
test "basic" {
const buf = try allocator.alloc(u8, 256);
defer allocator.free(buf);
+
+ // Test alignment
+ const aligned_buf = try allocator.alignedAlloc(u8, 16, 256);
+ defer allocator.free(aligned_buf);
+
+ // Test resize
+ const resize_buf = try allocator.alloc(u8, 128);
+ defer allocator.free(resize_buf);
+ try std.testing.expect(allocator.resize(resize_buf, 256));
+
+ // Test zero-size
+ const zero_buf = try allocator.alloc(u8, 0);
+ defer allocator.free(zero_buf);
+
+ // Test large allocation
+ const large_buf = try allocator.alloc(u8, 1 << 20);
+ defer allocator.free(large_buf);
}Committable suggestion skipped: line range outside the PR's diff.
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libjemalloc-devandlibjemalloc2packages.Bug Fixes