hosts-go/memory-bank/activeContext.md
phg b81f11f711 feat(parser): Implement hosts file parser with intelligent formatting
- Added `internal/core/parser.go` for parsing hosts files, including:
  - Support for standard entries (IPv4, IPv6, multiple aliases, inline comments)
  - Handling of comments and disabled entries
  - Error recovery for malformed lines with warnings
  - Intelligent formatting with adaptive spacing and column alignment
  - Backup and atomic write operations for file safety

test(parser): Add comprehensive tests for hosts file parsing

- Created `tests/parser_test.go` with 54 test cases covering:
  - Standard entries and comments
  - Malformed lines and whitespace variations
  - Round-trip parsing to ensure format preservation
  - Backup functionality for hosts files

docs(progress): Update project progress and next steps

- Mark Phase 1 as complete and outline tasks for Phase 2 (TUI implementation)
- Highlight completed features and testing coverage
2025-08-13 10:46:39 +02:00

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# Active Context: hosts-go
## Current Work Focus
**Status**: Phase 1 Complete - Ready for Phase 2 (TUI Implementation)
**Priority**: Implementing Bubble Tea TUI with two-pane layout
## Recent Changes
### Phase 1: Core Functionality (COMPLETED) ✅
-**Hosts file parser**: Complete `internal/core/parser.go` implementation
-**Intelligent formatting**: Adaptive spacing and column alignment with GCD-based tab/space detection
-**Comment handling**: Disabled entries vs standalone comments with perfect preservation
-**File operations**: Safe backup system with timestamped backups in `~/.config/hosts-go/`
-**Error recovery**: Malformed line handling with non-fatal warnings
-**Format preservation**: Round-trip parsing maintains original formatting while improving alignment
-**Comprehensive testing**: 54 comprehensive tests covering all parser functionality (100% passing)
-**Demo application**: Full showcase of parser capabilities with real-world examples
### Parser Capabilities Achieved
-**Standard entries**: IPv4, IPv6, multiple aliases, inline comments
-**Disabled entries**: Commented lines with `# IP hostname` format detection
-**Standalone comments**: Header and section comments preserved separately
-**Style detection**: Automatic tab vs space detection with intelligent column widths
-**Search functionality**: Find entries by hostname or alias with O(1) performance
-**Validation layers**: IP address and hostname validation with clear error messages
-**Atomic operations**: Temporary files with rollback capability for safe writes
### Safety Features Implemented
-**Backup system**: Timestamped backups before any modification
-**Atomic writes**: Temp file → atomic move to prevent corruption
-**Warning system**: Non-fatal issues reported without stopping parsing
-**Format intelligence**: Detect and preserve original formatting style
-**Input validation**: Comprehensive IP and hostname validation
## Next Steps
### Immediate (Phase 2 - Current Priority)
1. **TUI Architecture Design**
- Design main Bubble Tea model structure following MVU pattern
- Plan state management for entries, selection, and modes
- Define component hierarchy (main → list → detail → modal)
2. **Two-Pane Layout Implementation**
- Create left pane: entry list with status indicators
- Create right pane: detailed entry view with editing capabilities
- Implement responsive layout with proper sizing
3. **Navigation System**
- Keyboard navigation between panes and entries
- Selection highlighting and status indicators
- Scroll handling for large hosts files
4. **View Mode Implementation**
- Safe browsing without modification capability
- Display parsed entries with active/inactive status
- Show entry details in right pane when selected
### Medium-term (Phase 3)
1. **Edit Mode Implementation**
- Explicit mode transition with visual indicators
- Permission handling with sudo request
- Entry modification forms with validation
2. **File Integration**
- Connect TUI with existing parser functionality
- Real-time display of actual `/etc/hosts` content
- Live validation and formatting preview
3. **Advanced Features**
- Entry toggle (activate/deactivate)
- Add/edit/delete operations
- Sorting and filtering capabilities
## Active Decisions and Considerations
### Architecture Decisions Finalized
- **Layered architecture**: TUI → Business Logic → System Interface (implemented and proven)
- **Parser-first approach**: Robust foundation before UI complexity (successfully completed)
- **Test-driven development**: 54 comprehensive tests proving approach effectiveness
- **Safety-first design**: Backup and atomic operations prevent data loss
### Parser Design Patterns Implemented
- **Intelligent formatting**: GCD-based spacing detection preserves original style
- **Warning system**: Non-fatal errors allow graceful degradation
- **Comment classification**: Distinguish between disabled entries and standalone comments
- **Round-trip consistency**: Parse → format → parse maintains structural integrity
### Technology Choices Validated
- **Go standard library**: Excellent for file operations and network validation
- **String manipulation**: Regex and string processing handle complex formatting
- **Testing ecosystem**: testify + table-driven tests provide excellent coverage
- **File safety**: Atomic operations with temp files prevent corruption
### TUI Design Decisions (Ready to Implement)
- **MVU pattern**: Bubble Tea's Model-View-Update for predictable state management
- **Component hierarchy**: Main model coordinates list, detail, and modal components
- **Keyboard-driven**: Primary interaction method with mouse support as enhancement
- **Mode-based interaction**: Clear view/edit mode distinction for safety
## Important Patterns and Preferences
### Code Organization
- Use `internal/` package for application-specific code
- Group related functionality in packages (`tui/`, `core/`, `utils/`)
- Keep main.go minimal - delegate to internal packages
### Testing Strategy
- Write tests before implementation (TDD)
- Mock external dependencies (file system, network)
- Use table-driven tests for multiple scenarios
- Test both success and error cases
### Error Handling
- Return errors explicitly, don't panic
- Provide clear error messages with context
- Implement graceful fallbacks where possible
- Log errors appropriately for debugging
### UI/UX Principles
- **Safety first**: Default to read-only mode
- **Clear feedback**: Show operation status and results
- **Keyboard-driven**: Efficient navigation without mouse dependency
- **Responsive**: Sub-16ms update cycles for smooth interaction
## Learnings and Project Insights
### Development Environment Proven
- **macOS compatibility**: All file operations work seamlessly on macOS
- **Go toolchain**: Excellent development experience with built-in testing
- **Terminal output**: Rich formatting possible with careful Unicode handling
### Parser Implementation Insights
- **Format detection**: GCD analysis effectively detects spacing patterns
- **Comment parsing**: Distinguishing disabled entries from comments requires careful regex work
- **Error handling**: Warning system allows processing to continue despite invalid lines
- **Performance**: String processing in Go handles large files efficiently
### User Experience Learnings
1. **Safety achieved**: Backup system and atomic writes prevent corruption
2. **Format preservation**: Users expect their formatting style to be maintained
3. **Clear feedback**: Parsing warnings help users understand file issues
4. **Predictable behavior**: Round-trip parsing gives confidence in modifications
### Technical Insights Gained
1. **File operations**: Atomic writes with temp files are essential for safety
2. **Parsing complexity**: Hosts files have many edge cases requiring careful handling
3. **Testing approach**: Table-driven tests excellent for covering format variations
4. **Code organization**: Clear separation between parsing and formatting logic
5. **Validation layers**: Multiple validation points catch issues early
### Ready for TUI Implementation
- **Solid foundation**: Parser handles all hosts file variations reliably
- **Proven patterns**: Test-driven development approach validated
- **Clear architecture**: Well-defined interfaces ready for TUI integration
- **Performance confidence**: Parser handles large files without issues
## Dependencies and Constraints
### External Dependencies
- **Bubble Tea ecosystem**: Core framework and components
- **System permissions**: sudo access for editing hosts file
- **File system**: Atomic write operations and backup capability
### Development Constraints
- **No breaking changes**: Must preserve existing hosts file format
- **Backward compatibility**: Work with various hosts file styles
- **Minimal dependencies**: Keep external dependencies focused and essential
## Communication Preferences
### Documentation Style
- **Concrete examples**: Show actual code snippets and command examples
- **Clear structure**: Use consistent heading hierarchy and formatting
- **Actionable items**: Specific next steps rather than vague suggestions
### Progress Tracking
- **Incremental development**: Small, testable changes
- **Regular updates**: Update memory bank after significant milestones
- **Clear status**: Always know what's working, what's not, and what's next