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Evaluate io_uring as a Linux AIO alternative

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Description

There's a new interface being worked on in the linux kernel to offer faster asynchronous IO.
See https://lwn.net/Articles/776703/ and http://kernel.dk/io_uring.pdf .

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Research direction

No files, tests, or entry points are identified in the issue. Start by reading the linked LWN article and io_uring paper, then inspect the existing Linux AIO integration to determine what an evaluation would cover. Done is not defined; the issue needs concrete evaluation criteria and an agreed outcome before implementation can begin.

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Assessment

Tech stack
cpp, linux
Domain
databases, operating-systems
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
20/100

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