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Improve message output for parsing errors

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Description

While trying to fix a parsing error shown on Packwerk, we had to run rubocop locally since Packwerk did not display any specifics of the error (line number, for example).

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Research direction

Start by reproducing a parsing error through Packwerk and trace how the error is reported. The issue provides no file or test entry point; this is done when Packwerk displays useful specifics such as the error line number without requiring RuboCop.

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Assessment

Tech stack
ruby
Domain
tooling
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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