matrix-org / matrix-org/matrix-rust-sdk

Add user ID and profile of the redaction sender to `TimelineItemContent::RedactedMessage`

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Description

Currently, it is impossible to tell who deleted a message with the timeline API.

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Research direction

Locate the definition of TimelineItemContent::RedactedMessage and trace how timeline items are exposed through the API. Determine what sender user ID and profile data are available at that point; done means the redaction sender can be identified through the timeline API.

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Assessment

Tech stack
rust
Domain
api
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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