linkedin / linkedin/Burrow

rename group-whitelist and group-blacklist to group-allowlist and group-denylist

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Description

Language matters. We removing all references to non-inclusive language in our org and would like to be able to update our burrow configs as well.

[Here is an article explaining why language matters](https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/blog-post/terminology-its-not-black-and-white).

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Research direction

Search the repository for every reference to group-whitelist and group-blacklist, including Burrow configuration examples and documentation. Rename the configuration terms consistently to group-allowlist and group-denylist, then verify that all references use the new names.

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Assessment

Tech stack
go
Domain
backend
Issue type
Refactor
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
42/100

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