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Invoke-ScriptAnalyzer should process files in parallel if -Recurse parameter is used

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Issue - Enhancement
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C#
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Description

When -Recurse parameter is used ScriptAnalyzer should process files in parallel to increase the throughtput.

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Research direction

Start by locating the Invoke-ScriptAnalyzer entry point and the code handling -Recurse. Determine how parallel file processing should affect throughput and what behavior must remain unchanged; done means recursive analysis processes files in parallel with evidence of improved throughput.

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Assessment

Tech stack
csharp, powershell
Domain
tooling
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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