libp2p / libp2p/go-libp2p

swarm: Tests for dial worker edge cases

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Description

We are lacking on tests for the great loop, which allowed a bug to slip in (see libp2p/go-libp2p-swarm#291).

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Research direction

Start with the dial worker's great loop and read the regression described in libp2p/go-libp2p-swarm#291. Identify the missing edge cases, add focused tests for them, and confirm the resulting test coverage prevents that bug from recurring.

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Assessment

Tech stack
go
Domain
networking, testing
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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