matrix-org / matrix-org/matrix-spec

auth rules refer to 'required power level' but do not define it

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Description

https://spec.matrix.org/v1.10/rooms/v1/#authorization-rules (8) refers to 'required power level', which isn't a term which appears to be defined anywhere nearby.

(Other room versions have the same problem)

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Research direction

Start with the linked Matrix authorization rules section (8) and search the specification for every occurrence of “required power level,” including the other room versions mentioned. Done means the term is defined or the wording is made unambiguous consistently across the affected specification sections.

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Assessment

Domain
documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
2/5
Estimated time
1-3 hours
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
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