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Support `define_method`

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Rust
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Description

Since define_method is a method call, we'll need special handling to make sure its contents like def or @ivar...etc. are associated to the right lexical scope.

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Research direction

No files, tests, or entry points are named. Start by tracing how method calls and lexical scopes are represented, then locate the handling for Ruby's define_method. Done means contents such as def and @ivar are associated with the correct lexical scope.

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Assessment

Tech stack
ruby, rust
Domain
compilers, devtools
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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