openresty / openresty/lua-tablepool

Should _gc be used for automatic release?

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Description

define a struct to use a metatable._gc to automatically release table during garbage collection

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Research direction

Start by reviewing the repository's table-pool implementation and LuaJIT metatable garbage-collection behavior. Determine whether a __gc-based release mechanism is compatible with the pool's lifecycle, then document the decision and any required scope before attempting an implementation.

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Assessment

Tech stack
lua
Domain
performance
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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