matrix-org / matrix-org/matrix-hookshot

Unintentional mentions

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T-Enhancement
Dominant language
TypeScript
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Description

send empty intentional mentions so bot posts dont unintentionally mention someone eg when displayname = github org

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Research direction

The issue names no file, test, or entry point. Start by tracing how bot posts generate mentions, then verify that a display name matching a GitHub organization does not unintentionally mention someone while intentional mentions remain unchanged.

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Assessment

Tech stack
typescript
Domain
backend
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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