rescript-lang / rescript-lang/rescript

Error Message Improvements

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Since Aug 25, 2024.

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Description

From the retreat notes:

  • Subtyping (relevant information is not currently tracked in the compiler)
  • Interface mismatches (harder to read with JSX4)
  • Get rid of OCaml syntax in error messages
  • Code Actions for fixing error messages / refactoring

Also:

  • Function application (incorrect number/types of arguments) #7055

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