MagicStack / MagicStack/MagicPython

Support for type parameters

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Description

Steps to Reproduce:

Consider the following code, using type parameters with python >= 3.13:

```python
def f[T](x: T) -> T: ...
```

The `->` is highlighted red, seemingly indicating a syntax error, although there is no syntax error.

Originally from @s-banach in https://github.com/microsoft/vscode/issues/251997

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Research direction

Start by locating the Python syntax grammar and the handling of generic function definitions in the highlighter. Reproduce the provided Python 3.13 example and verify that the return arrow is no longer marked as a syntax error; add or update a regression check if the project provides one.

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Assessment

Tech stack
javascript, python
Domain
tooling
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
48/100

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