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Convert boost::optional to std::optional

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Developer Issue Enhancement Request
Dominant language
C++
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Forks
237
Avg merge
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Merged PRs (30d)
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Description

Preserve backwards compatibility in SWIG bindings

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  3. Fork the repository and make your change on a branch.
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Research direction

Start by locating the SWIG bindings and the current boost::optional usage. Check how those bindings expose optional values and identify the compatibility expectations; done means the bindings use std::optional without breaking existing consumers.

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Assessment

Tech stack
cpp
Domain
api
Issue type
Refactor
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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