Fused scan kernel optimization #470
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We optimize this kernel with a sort of checkpointing (see CHECKPOINT_INTERVAL in the code). It reduces intermediate buffer writes/reads by 4x. The backward recomputes values between checkpoints instead of reading them. The forward only writes every CHECKPOINT_INTERVAL amount of times. Also use fast math intrinsics where we can. End up with 2.3x forward and 1.03x backward speedups (about ~1.3x overall).
Had to fix some build issues i had as well.
Tested on 5090