OWASP / OWASP/SecurityShepherd

Expand the hint system to allow for subtracting points if hints are viewed

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Description

Completed challenges can build up a separate point pool which can be spent on hints or points spent deduct from the overall score of the user.

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Research direction

The issue does not name files, tests, or entry points. Start by locating the existing hint and scoring flows, then clarify whether hints use a separate completed-challenge point pool or deduct from the overall user score. Done requires an agreed point model and corresponding behavior when a hint is viewed.

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Assessment

Tech stack
java
Domain
backend
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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