oxidecomputer / oxidecomputer/oxide.rs

Flesh out documention on how `json-body` works

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Description

Currently we provide a few examples of using --json-body with CLI commands in https://docs.oxide.computer/cli/guides/introduction, but don't get into the details of how we expect it to be used.

We should document:

  • When a value is specified as an --<ARG> and in the JSON body, which one is used?
  • Which commands require it?
  • Guidance on when we recommend using it.

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Research direction

Start with the existing --json-body examples in the CLI introduction guide linked in the issue, then inspect the CLI behavior for commands that accept both argument values and a JSON body. Update the documentation to explain precedence, commands that require --json-body, and recommended usage; the guide should answer all three questions clearly.

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Assessment

Tech stack
rust
Domain
cli, documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Clearly specified
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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