linebender / linebender/runebender

X server CPU utilization is pegged at idle while Runebender glyph editor is open

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perf platform/linux
Dominant language
Rust
Stars
799
Forks
35
PR merge metrics
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Description

When the Runebender glyph editor has a glyph open, it is doing something with the X server that is causing it to use all or most of a core.

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Research direction

Start by reproducing the issue with the Runebender glyph editor open on an X server, then profile the editor and X server activity to identify the source of the idle CPU usage. Done means opening a glyph no longer causes the X server to use all or most of a CPU core.

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Assessment

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

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