gitui-org/gitui

Using rustls instead of openssl?

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#2,004 opened on Jan 10, 2024

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Description

I wonder whether rustls library might be a viable substitute/alternative for openssl dependence? This would make gitui completely implemented in rust without any external dependencies.

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Tech stack
rust
Domain
clisecurity
Issue type
feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
4
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
3-5 days
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
stale
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
mostly clear
Prerequisites
Rust programmingTLS/SSL knowledgeFamiliarity with Cargo
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
25
Research direction
Investigate the current usage of OpenSSL in gitui (e.g., in Cargo.toml, src/tls.rs or similar). Evaluate rustls as a replacement, considering compatibility with existing features like HTTPS for git remotes. Look for any blockers such as missing API support or performance differences. Review existing discussions in the comments for specific concerns.