nextcloud / nextcloud/server

Add download and install task queue support for apps.

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0. Needs triage enhancement feature: apps management
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Description

While you are installing an app, if you want to install another app at this time, the download and enable buttons will not be available until the previous app is installed.

Is it possible to add task queue support for adding downloads and installs apps, so that users can install in a non-blocking state.

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by locating the app download and installation handling and the code controlling the download and enable buttons; done means additional downloads and installations can be queued while an existing installation continues without blocking.

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Assessment

Tech stack
php
Domain
full-stack
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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