getsentry / getsentry/sentry

No way to add a custom data-filter through the API

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Description

Problem Statement

Currently, there are no way of managing custom data-filters through the API. Only the common ones can be managed this way.

Either the API doc for filter is outdated and does not reflect how to add theses filters, or the feature is missing

Solution Brainstorm

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Product Area

APIs

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Research direction

Start by comparing the API documentation for filters with the current API behavior, focusing on the distinction between common and custom data-filters. Determine whether custom filters are unsupported or merely undocumented. Done means the issue is resolved through either accurate documentation or an API capability that manages custom filters.

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Assessment

Tech stack
python
Domain
api, backend
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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