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Why does api.content.create expect `type` instead of `portal_type`?

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Description

This always throws me off because it is inconsistent. find and get expect portal_type. Could we at least add portal_type as another possible kwarg?

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Start with the api.content.create entry point and compare how api.content.find and api.content.get handle the portal_type keyword. Confirm the expected keyword behavior and add portal_type as an accepted alternative for create; done means callers can use portal_type consistently without breaking type.

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

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