matrix-org / matrix-org/matrix-hookshot

Contextual command prefixes are confusing

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Dominant language
TypeScript
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Forks
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Merged PRs (30d)
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Description

In the admin room DM, `help` works.
In non-admin rooms, `!hookshot help` works.
In a connected room, `!gh help` works.

This is really confusing to remember and use for me.

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Research direction

The issue names no files or tests. Start by tracing command parsing for admin, non-admin, and connected rooms, and read the discussion for the intended direction; done means the command syntax is consistent and understandable across those room types.

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Assessment

Tech stack
typescript
Domain
backend
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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