tursodatabase/libsql

Implement modernized CLI (Rust)

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#137 opened on Mar 5, 2023

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Description

The rusqlite already allows linking to a custom build of sqlite/libsql. We use it in tests, but let's go a step further and build a full replacement for the existing CLI in Rust. Pros:

  • easy integration with lots of tools with superior DX, e.g. the tracing crate
  • better development speed once we rewrite enough legacy code
  • way lower threshold for new contributions

Contributor guide

Research direction
Explore the existing C CLI to understand required functionality. Investigate rusqlite crate to see how to link custom SQLite builds. Draft a Rust CLI using clap or structopt for argument parsing, and integrate tracing for logging.
Tech stack
rustsqlite
Domain
clibackend
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.
1-2 days
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
RustCLI design basics
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
60