python / python/mypy

Shadow file and transform source broken when using parallel type checking

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Open the contributing guide

First steps

  1. Read the whole issue, then the project's contributing guide.
  2. Comment on the issue to say you are picking it up — it saves two people doing the same work.
  3. Fork the repository and make your change on a branch.
  4. Open a pull request that references the issue number.

Research direction

Start by reading the linked comment and issue #21215 for the missing context about shadow files, transform sources, and parallel type checking. Trace the relevant entry points identified there; done means those sources work correctly when type checking runs in parallel, with the relevant behavior verified by the project’s checks.

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Assessment

Tech stack
python
Domain
tooling
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Active
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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