uutils / uutils/coreutils

yes: split Linux specific code for readability

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Description

Linux specific code is too large. This is obstacle for contribution by people not using Linux.

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Research direction

The issue does not name a file, test, or entry point. Start by locating the large Linux-specific section in the repository and inspect how platform-specific code is organized; done means the Linux code is split into clearer units that are easier for contributors on other platforms to read.

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Assessment

Tech stack
rust
Domain
cli, operating-systems
Issue type
Refactor
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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