Show Task Description From Deno.json In Deno Tasks Panel And Command Palette
Problem Statement
The current Deno Tasks panel and command palette display a fixed string "task" for both the faded text and the tooltip, regardless of the actual task content. This can make it difficult to distinguish between tasks at a glance.
Solution Overview
We propose a solution to prioritize and display the task description from deno.json in the Deno Tasks panel and command palette. If a description is provided, it will be shown instead of the default "task" string. If no description is available, the shell command will be displayed instead.
Benefits of the Solution
- Improved Task Identification: By displaying the task description, users can easily identify and distinguish between tasks in the Deno Tasks panel.
- Enhanced User Experience: The command palette will display the description, making it easier for users to understand what each task does.
- Increased Productivity: With the ability to quickly identify and understand tasks, users can work more efficiently and effectively.
Implementation Details
To implement this solution, we will need to make the following changes:
1. Update Deno Tasks Panel
- Task Description Display: Update the Deno Tasks panel to display the task description from deno.json in the faded text (TreeItem.description) and tooltip (TreeItem.tooltip).
- Shell Command Display: If no description is provided, display the shell command instead.
2. Update Command Palette
- Description Display: Update the command palette to display the task description (if available) instead of the raw shell command.
- Shell Command Display: If no description is available, display the shell command instead.
Example Use Cases
- Task with Description: Create a task with a description in deno.json, and observe how the Deno Tasks panel and command palette display the description.
- Task without Description: Create a task without a description in deno.json, and observe how the Deno Tasks panel and command palette display the shell command.
- Multiple Tasks: Create multiple tasks with and without descriptions, and observe how the Deno Tasks panel and command palette display the information.
Implementation Roadmap
To implement this solution, we will follow the below roadmap:
1. Research and Planning
- Task Description Display: Research and plan the implementation of task description display in the Deno Tasks panel and command palette.
- Shell Command Display: Research and plan the implementation of shell command display in the Deno Tasks panel and command palette.
2. Code Changes
- Deno Tasks Panel: Update the Deno Tasks panel to display the task description from deno.json in the faded text (TreeItem.description) and tooltip (TreeItem.tooltip).
- Command Palette: Update the command palette to display the task description (if available) instead of the raw shell command.
3. Testing and Validation
- Task Description Display: Test and validate the task description display in the Deno Tasks panel and command palette.
- Shell Command Display: Test and validate the shell command display in the Deno Tasks panel command palette.
Conclusion
Displaying task descriptions from deno.json in the Deno Tasks panel and command palette will improve the user experience and increase productivity. By prioritizing and displaying the task description, users can easily identify and distinguish between tasks, making it easier to work efficiently and effectively.
Future Work
- Task Description Formatting: Explore and implement formatting options for task descriptions, such as markdown support.
- Task Description Translation: Investigate and implement translation support for task descriptions to cater to a global user base.
References
- Deno Tasks Panel Documentation
- Command Palette Documentation
Q&A: Show Task Description from Deno.json in Deno Tasks Panel and Command Palette ====================================================================================
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is it necessary to display task descriptions in the Deno Tasks panel and command palette?
A: Displaying task descriptions in the Deno Tasks panel and command palette improves the user experience and increases productivity. It allows users to easily identify and distinguish between tasks, making it easier to work efficiently and effectively.
Q: How will the task description be displayed in the Deno Tasks panel?
A: The task description will be displayed in the faded text (TreeItem.description) and tooltip (TreeItem.tooltip) of the Deno Tasks panel. If no description is provided, the shell command will be displayed instead.
Q: How will the task description be displayed in the command palette?
A: The task description will be displayed in the command palette instead of the raw shell command. If no description is available, the shell command will be displayed instead.
Q: What if a task has both a description and a shell command?
A: In this case, the task description will be displayed in the Deno Tasks panel and command palette, while the shell command will be displayed in the tooltip of the Deno Tasks panel.
Q: Can I customize the formatting of task descriptions?
A: Yes, we plan to explore and implement formatting options for task descriptions, such as markdown support, in the future.
Q: Will task descriptions be translated?
A: We will investigate and implement translation support for task descriptions to cater to a global user base.
Q: How will this feature be implemented?
A: We will update the Deno Tasks panel and command palette to display task descriptions from deno.json. If no description is provided, the shell command will be displayed instead.
Q: What is the expected timeline for this feature?
A: We will follow the implementation roadmap outlined above, which includes research and planning, code changes, and testing and validation.
Q: How can I provide feedback on this feature?
A: We welcome feedback and suggestions from the community. Please submit your feedback through the Deno issue tracker or by commenting on this article.
Q: What are the benefits of this feature?
A: The benefits of this feature include improved task identification, enhanced user experience, and increased productivity.
Q: How will this feature impact existing workflows?
A: This feature will not impact existing workflows, but rather enhance the user experience and increase productivity.
Q: Can I use this feature with existing tasks?
A: Yes, you can use this feature with existing tasks. Simply update the deno.json file to include a description for each task.
Q: How will this feature be tested?
A: We will test this feature thoroughly to ensure that it works as expected and does not introduce any bugs or issues.
Q: What is the expected outcome of this feature?
A: The expected outcome of this feature is improved task identification, enhanced user experience, and increased productivity.
Q: How will this feature be maintained?
A: We will maintain this feature by addressing any issues or bugs that arise and by continuing to improve and enhance the feature over time.
Q: Can I contribute to this feature?
A: Yes, we welcome contributions from the community. Please submit your contributions through the Deno issue tracker or by commenting on this article.
Q: What is the next step for this feature?
A: The next step for this feature is to implement the code changes and test the feature thoroughly.
Q: How will this feature be rolled out?
A: We will roll out this feature through a series of updates to the Deno Tasks panel and command palette.
Q: What is the expected timeline for the roll-out of this feature?
A: We will roll out this feature as soon as possible, but we cannot provide an exact timeline at this time.
Q: How will this feature impact the Deno ecosystem?
A: This feature will enhance the Deno ecosystem by providing a more user-friendly and productive experience for developers.
Q: Can I use this feature with other Deno features?
A: Yes, you can use this feature with other Deno features, such as the Deno Tasks panel and command palette.
Q: How will this feature be documented?
A: We will document this feature thoroughly, including any changes to the Deno Tasks panel and command palette.
Q: What is the expected outcome of this feature?
A: The expected outcome of this feature is improved task identification, enhanced user experience, and increased productivity.
Q: How will this feature be maintained?
A: We will maintain this feature by addressing any issues or bugs that arise and by continuing to improve and enhance the feature over time.
Q: Can I contribute to this feature?
A: Yes, we welcome contributions from the community. Please submit your contributions through the Deno issue tracker or by commenting on this article.
Q: What is the next step for this feature?
A: The next step for this feature is to implement the code changes and test the feature thoroughly.
Q: How will this feature be rolled out?
A: We will roll out this feature through a series of updates to the Deno Tasks panel and command palette.
Q: What is the expected timeline for the roll-out of this feature?
A: We will roll out this feature as soon as possible, but we cannot provide an exact timeline at this time.