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Investigate using native ints for n/N in struct
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Description
It looks like C# 9 is adding native ints (nint/nuint). We should see if it's reasonable to make use of them (in struct for example). I have no idea what we would do on .NET Framework...
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Research direction
Start by locating the implementation of struct and reviewing how this project targets C# 9 and .NET Framework. Investigate whether native ints can be used compatibly, including the .NET Framework concern; done means documenting a feasible approach or why it should not be adopted.
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Assessment
- Tech stack
- csharp
- Domain
- compilers
- Issue type
- Feature
- Difficulty
- 4/5
- Estimated time
- 3-5 days
- Activity status
- Stale
- Clarity
- Needs clarification
- Newbie friendliness
- 30/100