
Developed a data preservation safeguard for the tw93/Mole repository, focusing on safer uninstallation workflows for shared-name CLI tools. The solution introduced a deny-list and refined deletion logic in Shell, ensuring that uninstall processes do not remove state directories belonging to other independently shipped tools. This approach addressed edge cases involving case-insensitive naming collisions and respected XDG directory conventions across multiple user paths. Comprehensive regression tests were added using bats to validate preservation scenarios, with all tests passing. The work emphasized robust shell scripting, thorough testing, and careful version control practices, resulting in improved reliability for users managing multiple CLI and GUI tools.
May 2026 monthly summary: Implemented a data preservation safeguard during uninstallation for shared-name CLI tools in tw93/Mole. Introduced a tight deny-list of independent CLI dotdirs, enhanced deletion logic to avoid removing other tools’ state directories, and added regression tests. Result: safer uninstall workflows, improved reliability for users of GUI apps that share CLI runtimes, and stable cross-tool state handling across common XDG roots.
May 2026 monthly summary: Implemented a data preservation safeguard during uninstallation for shared-name CLI tools in tw93/Mole. Introduced a tight deny-list of independent CLI dotdirs, enhanced deletion logic to avoid removing other tools’ state directories, and added regression tests. Result: safer uninstall workflows, improved reliability for users of GUI apps that share CLI runtimes, and stable cross-tool state handling across common XDG roots.

Overview of all repositories you've contributed to across your timeline