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Identification of static DataVariables

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Description

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DataVariables which are only referenced from a single function should reasonably be labeled as static. Their definition could then be shown within the function which references them.

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The issue names no file, test, or entry point. Begin by locating DataVariable handling and the logic that determines whether a variable is static; completion means single-function references are labeled static and their definitions can be shown within the referencing function.

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Assessment

Tech stack
cpp
Domain
reverse-engineering
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
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Mostly clear
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35/100

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