microsoft / microsoft/ebpf-for-windows

Support localization in the ebpf netsh helper

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Description

Currently output strings are English only, and the sort order used to display pinned map names is UTF-8 code point order.

This issue tracks the ability to have versions for other cultures.

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Research direction

Start by locating the ebpf netsh helper and reviewing where its English output strings and pinned map names are produced. Clarify the supported cultures, localization expectations, and ordering behavior before implementation; done should include non-English output and culture-appropriate sorting.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c
Domain
localization
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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