spring-projects / spring-projects/spring-hateoas

WebMvcLinkBuilder.linkTo should set type attribute on Link if possible

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Description

When the @RequestMapping defines a produces attribute WebMvcLinkBuilder.linkTo should set the type attribute of the Link to the 1st produces attribute element of the mapping.

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Start at WebMvcLinkBuilder.linkTo and trace how the @RequestMapping produces metadata is resolved. Confirm the completed behavior by ensuring the resulting Link uses the first produces element as its type attribute when that mapping provides one.

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Assessment

Tech stack
java, spring
Domain
api, backend
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
42/100

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