keybase / keybase/client

Synced files from Linux/Mac users end up planting ._hidden files for Windows users

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Description

When using Linux or Mac, when adding files to a folder (e.g.- some.pdf), Windows users end up with extra files.. the sharted file (e.g.- some.pdf) and a hidden version of the file (e.g.- ._some.pdf).

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No source file, test, or entry point is identified in the issue. Start by reproducing the sync scenario with a file such as some.pdf across Linux or Mac and Windows; done means Windows users receive only the shared file, without an extra ._some.pdf file.

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Assessment

Tech stack
linux, macos
Domain
operating-systems
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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