astropy / astropy/astroquery

MNT: change single letter internal variables

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Description

E.g.
* `c` --> `coordinate`
* `r` --> `result`

or something similar, that make sense in the actual context and not extreme abbreviation. This can be done one module at a time and is very much suitable for folks new to the package, to open source, or to python.

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by choosing one astroquery module and inventory its single-letter internal variables; use the surrounding context to select clearer names, then verify that the module’s existing behavior is unchanged.

Written by the indexing model from the issue text.

Assessment

Tech stack
python
Domain
backend
Issue type
Refactor
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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