hpc / hpc/mpifileutils

Add text file support for input files

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user-request
Dominant language
C
Stars
200
Forks
85
Avg merge
3d 21h
Merged PRs (30d)
2

Description

Some users are confused about the file format accepted by -i, --input argument. Many assume that a simple text file will work.

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Research direction

Start by locating the C code that handles the -i, --input argument and checking how input files are parsed. Confirm the intended plain-text format and identify the relevant tests, if any; done means a simple text file is accepted without confusing users about the required format.

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Assessment

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

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