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Link to demangler source in section on using a debugger

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Description

The location of the demangler was never linked to in the guide on using a debugger in the compiler.

Originally noted here.

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Research direction

Start with the guide's section on using a debugger and review the discussion in rustc-dev-guide#316, where the missing link was originally noted. Link the demangler's source from that section and verify that the guide points readers to the intended location.

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Assessment

Tech stack
rust
Domain
compilers, documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
1/5
Estimated time
Under an hour
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
48/100

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