LivelyKernel / LivelyKernel/lively4-core

source code maps in ast explorer are sometimes off

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comp: tools effort2: medium (days) P4: nice to have type: bug
Dominant language
JavaScript
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Forks
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Description

effect: bidirectional selection updating only works roughly and on specific points

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Research direction

The issue points to source-code maps in the AST Explorer and bidirectional selection updates. Start by reproducing selection in the AST Explorer, especially at points where the mapping is inaccurate, then trace the selection and source-map entry points. Done means source and AST selections stay synchronized across the affected points.

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Assessment

Tech stack
javascript
Domain
devtools
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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