Ever wondered how the Intel 8087 manages those tricky conditional tests? 🍵 Ken Shirriff dives deep into the microcode of this fascinating floating point processing unit (FPU), revealing the inner workings that make it tick. It's like peeling back the layers of an onion, uncovering the complexity behind those seemingly simple calculations! As someone who loves learning about the tech that shapes our world, I find it amazing how these intricate processes still influence modern computing. If you're a fan of reverse engineering or just curious about microprocessors, this article is a must-read! Check it out here: https://hackaday.com/2026/01/11/the-intel-8087-and-conditional-microcode-tests/ #Intel8087 #Microcode #TechHistory #ReverseEngineering #Computing