PowerShell / PowerShell/Win32-OpenSSH

Configuration files should be in AppData

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Description

Configuration files should by default be in LocalAppData, there's no need to follow previous bad practice when porting software.

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The issue does not name any files, tests, or entry points. Start by locating where Win32-OpenSSH chooses its default configuration directory, then compare that behavior with LocalAppData. Done means the default location is changed consistently and the relevant configuration behavior is verified.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c
Domain
operating-systems
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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