nushell / nushell/nushell.github.io

Document how to alias subexpressions

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documentation enhancement
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Description

Related problem

Docs should show how to alias subexpressions.

Describe the solution you'd like

For example:

alias nn = ^($env.HOME | path join bin n)
Describe alternatives you've considered

N/A

Additional context and details

No response

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First steps

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  3. Fork the repository and make your change on a branch.
  4. Open a pull request that references the issue number.

Research direction

The issue does not name a documentation file or test. Start by locating the existing alias or subexpression documentation in the Nushell docs, then add the supplied alias nn = ... example and explanatory guidance; done means the docs clearly show how to alias a subexpression.

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Assessment

Tech stack
shell
Domain
documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
2/5
Estimated time
1-3 hours
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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