ruby / ruby/typeprof

Instance variables are sometimes incorrectly added to `Object`

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Description

Sometimes, at least, this happens because of Struct.new with a block.

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Research direction

Start by reproducing the issue with Struct.new and a block, then trace how instance variables are attributed during that analysis. Done means those variables are assigned to the correct owner rather than Object, with a regression check for the reproducer.

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Assessment

Tech stack
ruby
Domain
compilers
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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