JuliaGaussianProcesses / JuliaGaussianProcesses/KernelFunctions.jl

Remove `set!` and `duplicate`?

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Description

It is unclear to me why set! and duplicate are needed. Could they be removed?

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Research direction

Start by locating the definitions and call sites for set! and duplicate in the Julia package. Trace why each exists and whether other kernel functionality depends on them. Done means reaching a clear decision about whether both APIs can be removed and recording the supporting rationale.

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Assessment

Tech stack
julia
Domain
machine-learning
Issue type
Refactor
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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