apache / apache/ponymail

Enh: provide alternative export format(s)

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enhancement
Dominant language
JavaScript
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Description

The mbox format is widely used and convenient but there are several variations in how From_ lines are handled. This can result in corrupted messages on import.

It would be useful to provide an export format that avoids these problems.

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Research direction

The issue does not identify any files, tests, or entry points to inspect. First determine which export code handles mbox output and clarify the alternative format and From_ handling requirements before implementation; done means providing an export format that avoids the described import corruption.

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Assessment

Tech stack
javascript
Domain
backend
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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