import-js/eslint-plugin-import

No way to import the bare plugin without predefined flat config?

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#3083 opened on Oct 7, 2024

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Description

For the flat config it seems the only way to import the plugin is to load it from the generated flat configs through flatConfigs, and there's no way to import the bare plugin without any enabled rules (e.g. just to use a certain rule without applying everything). Is this intended?

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Tech stack
javascript
Domain
developer experiencetooling
Issue type
feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
1-3 hours
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
active
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
clear
Prerequisites
understanding of ESLint flat configbasic knowledge of the plugin's structure
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
30
Research direction
The issue requests the ability to import the bare eslint plugin import without the predefined flat configs. To resolve, investigate the plugin's source code, specifically how `flatConfigs` is exported and whether the base plugin can be exposed separately. Look at the current exports in the plugin's entry point, e.g., `src/index.js`, and consider creating a new export for the bare plugin object. Check comments in the issue for any suggested approaches or concerns from maintainers.