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MiniEngine: BuddyAllocator::CleanUpAllocations and BuddyAllocator::Deallocate has been commented out.

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Description

Hey there,

So it looks like around 2016 BuddyAllocator had it's CleanUpAllocations and Deallocate method removed.
Was this an oversight while testing something, or an indication that BuddyAllocator as a whole has some subtle bug in it that makes it not fit for purpose?

Many thanks,
Alister

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Start at the MiniEngine BuddyAllocator entry point and inspect the commented-out CleanUpAllocations and Deallocate methods, then review the surrounding allocator history from around 2016. Done means establishing whether their removal was intentional or a defect and documenting a clear, agreed resolution.

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Tech stack
cpp
Domain
computer-graphics
Issue type
Bug
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5/5
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Over a week
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Stale
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Needs clarification
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