openframeworks / openframeworks/openFrameworks

Create a virtual ofBaseMainLoop to allow custom loop implementations

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Description

Based on forum thread

Now that the main loop is nicely isolated to an external class it seems useful to allow users to extend or change the functionality.

I'll give it a shot and PR later

Must be done before #3489
Related #5122

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Research direction

Start by locating ofBaseMainLoop and reviewing the forum thread linked in the issue to understand the requested extension point. Check the related issues #3489 and #5122 for constraints; done means custom loop implementations can extend or change the main-loop behavior without breaking the existing setup.

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Assessment

Tech stack
cpp
Domain
backend
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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