llnl / llnl/Spindle

Add tests for commpath/cachepath parameters

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Description

Initially, these should only need to check if the specified directory exists (or can be made to exist) and is writeable.

Interesting corner cases: what happens if commpath is underneath cachepath or vice versa?

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Research direction

No files or existing tests are named. Start by locating the commpath and cachepath parameter parsing and the current test entry point; inspect how directories are validated or created. Done means tests cover existing, creatable, and non-writable directories, including both nested-path arrangements.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c
Domain
testing-qa
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
48/100

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