MeltanoLabs / MeltanoLabs/tap-postgres

LOG_BASED replication bootstrap does not check if slot is created before starting

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Python
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Description

LOG_BASED replication auto bootstrap starts the full table sync before checking if the slot actually exists and is healthy

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Research direction

Start by locating the LOG_BASED replication auto-bootstrap entry point and the code that starts the full table sync. Inspect how slot existence and health are currently checked, then use the repository's existing tests to verify the bootstrap waits for a valid slot before beginning synchronization.

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Assessment

Tech stack
postgresql, python
Domain
databases
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
55/100

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