getappmap / getappmap/appmap-js

Static code indexing should include untracked files

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TypeScript
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Forks
18
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3d 18h
Merged PRs (30d)
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Description

New files yet to be committed (or gitignored) are likely to be relevant to the current task at hand. It would make sense that these files be eligible for indexing.

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Research direction

Begin by locating the static code indexing entry point and checking how it selects tracked files. Done means newly created uncommitted files and gitignored files are eligible for indexing; the issue does not name files or tests to guide further investigation.

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Assessment

Tech stack
typescript
Domain
devtools
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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