microsoft / microsoft/vscode-azurestaticwebapps

Use file picker quick pick for app location step

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enhancement P2 tracking
Dominant language
TypeScript
Stars
99
Forks
39
Avg merge
3d 7h
Merged PRs (30d)
2

Description

Show a file picker quick pick for the app location step. The current step uses an input box, and a file picker would provide more context and make it easier for users.

View comment where it was suggested to see more details https://github.com/microsoft/vscode-azurestaticwebapps/issues/465#issuecomment-892266091

Design considerations:

  • What if they have multi-root?

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Research direction

Start from the app location step and read the linked comment for the additional suggestion details. Compare the current input-box flow with a file picker quick pick, then resolve the multi-root design consideration. Done means the step uses the picker and the app location remains clear to users.

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Assessment

Tech stack
azure, typescript, vscode
Domain
cloud, devtools
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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