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Syntax highlighting doesn't work with JSX

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Description

JSX syntax is basically JavaScript,
but apparently ".jsx" file is not associated with that syntax scheme.

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Research direction

Start by tracing how file extensions are associated with syntax schemes, focusing on the missing .jsx association with JavaScript. Done means opening a .jsx file applies JavaScript syntax highlighting consistently.

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Assessment

Tech stack
javascript
Domain
tooling
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
2/5
Estimated time
1-3 hours
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
52/100

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