IF NUMBER EQUALS

The If Number Equals chip compares the number currently at the top of the stack to a specified value. If the number matches the value you’ve entered, the ChipWit will proceed with the next instruction in the sequence. If it doesn’t match, the ChipWit will skip the next instruction.

Why the If Number Equals Chip Matters #

• Conditional Logic: This chip allows your ChipWit to make decisions based on numerical values, enabling more complex and dynamic behavior.
• Stack Comparisons: It uses numbers stored on the stack, which means you can push different values to the stack and check them against fixed criteria.
• Flow Control: This chip is particularly useful for controlling loops, counters, or checking for specific conditions within your ChipWit’s program.

How to Use the If Number Equals Chip #

• First, push a number onto the stack using the Push Number chip or another stack operation like Increment or Decrement.
• Place the If Number Equals chip in your program and specify the number you want to compare against (e.g., 5).
• When executed, the ChipWit checks if the top number on the stack matches the number you specified. If true, it will proceed with the next instruction. If false, it will skip the next instruction and move on.

Example of Use #

• Let’s say you’re controlling how many pies your ChipWit collects. You push the number 5 to the stack using Push Number.
• You use If Number Equals 5 to check if your ChipWit has collected 5 pies.
• If the number on the stack equals 5, the ChipWit will proceed with collecting more pies. If not, it might execute a different instruction, like skating to a new room.

The If Number Equals chip allows your ChipWit to adapt its behavior based on specific conditions, adding flexibility and depth to its programming logic.