element-hq / element-hq/synapse

Decide if we should keep or remove `dont_notify_new_devices_for` config option

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Description

Either we should keep and document it, or remove it.

c.f. https://github.com/element-hq/synapse/pull/16909

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Research direction

Review the purpose and current handling of the `dont_notify_new_devices_for` configuration option, then read the referenced pull request #16909 for context. Done means deciding whether to retain and document the option or remove it, with the chosen path clearly recorded.

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Assessment

Tech stack
python
Domain
backend
Issue type
Refactor
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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