rokucommunity / rokucommunity/brighterscript

Parse error with regex expression in a return statement

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Description

Something is broken with regex expressions when used in a return statement.

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The issue names no file, test, or entry point, and only provides a screenshot. Start by reproducing the regex expression shown there in a return statement, then trace where parsing fails. Done means the expression parses correctly and a regression test covers this form.

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Assessment

Tech stack
typescript
Domain
compilers
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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