JuliaIO / JuliaIO/ObjectFile.jl

[Wishlist] Function to check whether a symbol is exported

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Description

I very often need to check whether a symbol is exported. It'd be nice to get a function to access this property of a symbol, in addition to definition, strongness/weakness and locality.

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Research direction

Start by locating the existing symbol accessors for definition, strongness or weakness, and locality, then trace how symbols are represented across the supported object-file formats. Done means a public function exposes whether a symbol is exported with behavior consistent across those formats; the issue names no files or tests, so the relevant entry points must first be found.

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Tech stack
julia
Domain
operating-systems
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
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Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
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