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6. Exclusive argparse Implementation

Date: 2025-01-23

Status

Accepted

Context

Integration of multiple argument parsing libraries (e.g., Click, Typer, Cliff) would significantly increase implementation complexity and maintenance overhead. Each parser implementation requires specific adaptation layers and ongoing compatibility maintenance.

Decision

Implementation scope is restricted to Python's native argparse module exclusively. The API architecture will be designed with clear abstraction boundaries to facilitate third-party parser implementations through extension points.

Consequences

  • Third-party parser implementations must be maintained externally
  • API design requires well-defined interfaces for parser integration
  • Reduced core codebase complexity and maintenance burden
  • Clear separation of concerns between core functionality and parser implementations