qmk/qmk_firmware

[Bug] qmk setup command should not require a yes answer to cloning the qmk_firmware repo to install dependencies

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#23,036 opened on Feb 8, 2024

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Description

Describe the Bug

qmk setup should not require a yes answer to cloning the qmk_firmware repo to install dependencies. I only wanted to install the dependencies, not clone the repository.

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Locate the qmk setup script in the repository and examine the logic that prompts for cloning. Identify a flag to skip cloning when only dependencies are needed.
Tech stack
cpython
Domain
cli
Issue type
Bug
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
2
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
QMK basics
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
75