quarto-dev / quarto-dev/quarto

Improve R package workspace detection and/or warn users

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Description

Quarto Preview behaviour is changed depending on the context.
For instance, when a DESCRIPTION file (with Package or Type fields) is found at the root of the workspace/project, --embed-resources is added to the command which lead to issues if not in the context of single file project (default type), such as website, books, etc.

Users should be informed when an R package workspace has been detected.

Alternatively, the logic could be extended to look for _quarto.yml as this file should not be there in an R package which would mean it's a Quarto project not an R package.

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Research direction

Start with apps/vscode/src/providers/preview/preview.ts around line 453 and preview-util.ts around lines 62-74. Trace how a DESCRIPTION file with Package or Type fields changes Quarto Preview behavior and how _quarto.yml is considered. Done means R package workspace detection is handled appropriately and users are informed when that context is detected.

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Assessment

Tech stack
typescript
Domain
developer-experience
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
55/100

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