RoaringBitmap / RoaringBitmap/roaring

Support and / or workarounds for using 32 bytes / 256 bits numbers?

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Description

Hi there, I am wondering if there is a support for 32 bytes / 256 bits numbers (be it bigint-like, or byte / uint32 array) with roaring bitmaps, can't find any info, not sure whether this is actually achievable.

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The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by reviewing the existing roaring bitmap API and documentation for integer-width assumptions, then establish whether 32-byte or 256-bit values are supported or require a workaround and define a concrete acceptance criterion.

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Tech stack
go
Domain
databases
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
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Stale
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Needs clarification
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