Update EIP-1: Clarified use of all-capitalized key words and declared non-usage for EIP-1 #8784
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Proposed Changes to EIP-1
This pull request proposes modifications to EIP-1 to clarify the use of all-capitalized key words as specified in RFC 2119 and RFC 8174 for new EIPs and for EIP-1 itself. The key changes include:
Rationale and Benefits:
Challenges:
By clarifying the use of all-capitalized key words, this proposal aims to improve the readability and precision of Ethereum’s technical documentation while still allowing transparency and choice for EIP writers.