elliotchance / elliotchance/gedcom

First and Last need a more flexible parameter

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Description

First and Last take []Node which is not compatible with things like []*DateNode. It should take an interface{} instead.

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Research direction

Locate the definitions and current callers of First and Last in the Go package, then inspect how they handle []Node. Verify the behavior with pointer-node inputs such as []*DateNode; done means both functions accept compatible node slices without breaking existing []Node usage.

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Assessment

Tech stack
go
Domain
backend
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
48/100

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