microsoft / microsoft/go

Add main branch test that simulates the VERSION file introduced when RCs are released

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Description

We might be able to detect these sooner by specifically running tests in microsoft/main with a fake VERSION file:

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Research direction

Start by reviewing the microsoft/main test setup and the referenced pull request 1537 and issue 68579. Add a test scenario with a fake VERSION file representing the file introduced during RC releases, then run the relevant main-branch tests to confirm this situation is detected earlier.

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Assessment

Tech stack
go
Domain
testing
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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