microsoft / microsoft/pxt

Block color with variable

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Description

I suggest changing the color of the block parameters so that they are not the same as those of the variables.
I noticed that this creates problems for the students when they watch what the teacher has done and show on the board. They confuse and create variables.

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Research direction

No file, test, or entry point is identified in the issue. Start by locating the TypeScript block-editor handling for parameter and variable colors, then confirm the intended distinction and visual choices with the project maintainers; done means the two kinds of blocks are visibly distinguishable without confusing students.

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Assessment

Tech stack
typescript
Domain
design, frontend
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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