feat: Add type-safe GetModule extension generator (Issue #2006)

[thomhurst]

Summary

• Add ModuleExtensionsGenerator source generator that creates type-safe GetModule<T> and GetModuleIfRegistered<T> extension methods
• Generated extensions are available at compile time for all registered modules
• Eliminates runtime type errors from incorrect module type parameters

Changes

• New ModuleExtensionsGenerator.cs in ModularPipelines.SourceGenerator
• New ModuleClassInfo.cs record for tracking module information
• Generates extension methods in the user's namespace for easy discoverability

Test Plan

• Verify generator compiles without errors
• Verify generated extensions appear in IntelliSense
• Verify calling GetModule with registered type compiles
• Verify calling GetModule with unregistered type fails at compile time

Closes #2006

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[thomhurst]

Summary

Adds a source generator that creates type-safe GetModule extension methods for all registered modules to eliminate runtime type errors.

Critical Issues

1. Silent handling of duplicate module class names
Line 167 in ModuleExtensionsGenerator.cs uses moduleGroup.First() which silently ignores duplicate class names in different namespaces. This could make modules inaccessible without warning. Recommend reporting a diagnostic or generating namespace-qualified method names.

2. NuGet package path construction unreliable
Line 65 in ModularPipelines.csproj uses hardcoded path with Configuration variable which may fail during pack. Use ProjectReference outputs or ReferencePath metadata instead.

Suggestions

• Add ExcludeFromCodeCoverage attribute per CLAUDE.md patterns
• Use HashSet instead of LINQ Distinct for namespace collection (perf)

Verdict

REQUEST CHANGES - Duplicate module handling and NuGet packaging need fixes.

[thomhurst]

Summary

This PR adds a source generator that creates type-safe extension methods (e.g., GetBuildModule()) for accessing module results, eliminating the need to specify both type parameters when calling GetModule<TModule, TResult>().

Critical Issues

1. Generated method naming conflict (src/ModularPipelines.SourceGenerator/ModuleExtensionsGenerator.cs:180)

The generated method names like GetBuildModule() will collide with the existing module class name if a user already has a module named BuildModule. The pattern Get{ClassName} does not remove the "Module" suffix as proposed in issue #2006.

According to issue #2006, the naming convention should be:

• BuildModule → GetBuild() (strip "Module" suffix)
• DeployToProductionModule → GetDeployToProductionModule() (if no suffix)

Current implementation generates:

• BuildModule → GetBuildModule() (does not strip suffix)

Recommendation: Update line 180 to strip "Module" suffix when present.

2. NuGet packaging path issue (src/ModularPipelines/ModularPipelines.csproj:65)

The target _AddSourceGeneratorToPackage uses a hardcoded path that references $(Configuration) which may not match the actual build configuration when packaging. This could cause the generator DLL to be missing from the NuGet package.

Recommendation: Use MSBuild properties to reference the built assembly, or ensure the configuration matches. Consider using the standard approach with GetTargetPathWithTargetPlatformMoniker to get the built analyzer assembly.

Suggestions

1. Namespace organization (src/ModularPipelines.SourceGenerator/ModuleExtensionsGenerator.cs:156)

The generated extensions are placed in ModularPipelines.Generated namespace, which requires users to add a using statement. Consider generating in the same namespace as the module or in ModularPipelines.Context namespace where IModuleContext lives for better discoverability.

2. Missing generator version

The generator version is hardcoded to "1.0.0". Consider using assembly version or making it configurable.

Verdict

⚠️ REQUEST CHANGES - Critical issues must be addressed before merging.

[thomhurst]

Summary

This PR adds a source generator to create type-safe extension methods for module result retrieval.

Critical Issues

1. Breaking Change: Build() to BuildCommandLine() Rename

Location: src/ModularPipelines.SourceGenerator/BuildMethodGenerator.cs:36

The rename from Build() to BuildCommandLine() is a breaking API change that will break all existing code using generated options classes. Every consumer using generated options classes (Git, Docker, DotNet, etc.) will break on upgrade.

Recommendation: Either keep Build() as the method name, OR clearly document as a breaking change with migration guidance.

2. Hardcoded Build Path in NuGet Package Target

Location: src/ModularPipelines/ModularPipelines.csproj:65

The hardcoded relative path assumes specific directory structure, won't work correctly if projects are built independently, and build order dependency is not enforced.

Recommendation: Use @(ReferencePath) or add explicit dependency to ensure correct build order.

Suggestions

3. XML Documentation Escaping

Location: ModuleExtensionsGenerator.cs:173,182
Consider using System.Security.SecurityElement.Escape() for complete XML escaping.

4. Method Naming Edge Case

Location: ModuleExtensionsGenerator.cs:212-218
StripModuleSuffix() doesn't handle edge cases like module named just "Module" (returns empty string).

5. Duplicate Module Name Handling

Location: ModuleExtensionsGenerator.cs:168
If two modules in different namespaces have the same name, generated method will be ambiguous.

Verdict

REQUEST CHANGES - Critical issues found: Breaking API change and NuGet packaging target issues

[thomhurst]

Summary

Adds a source generator that creates type-safe extension methods for accessing module results, replacing the verbose two-parameter GetModule pattern with generated single-parameter methods like GetBuildModuleResult().

Critical Issues

1. Breaking Change: Method Rename Without Context (BLOCKING)

The PR renames Build() to BuildCommandLine() in the source generator without explanation in BuildMethodGenerator.cs:49. All Options classes changed from record to partial record.

Issue: While my analysis confirms this is likely NOT a breaking change for consumers (the Build() method appears to be internal infrastructure only called by ICommandLineBuilder), the PR description makes no mention of this change. This is significant because it:

1. Changes generated code for ALL CommandLineToolOptions classes
2. Could break any code that directly calls .Build() on options instances
3. Requires all options classes to be partial (which they now are)

Required Action: Either explain in PR description why this rename is needed and confirm it's non-breaking, split this into a separate PR since it's unrelated to module extensions, or provide migration guidance if this IS breaking.

2. NuGet Package Distribution Issue (CRITICAL)

ModularPipelines.csproj:60-66 uses hardcoded path for source generator packaging. Problems: hardcodes Configuration but doesn't ensure generator is built before packaging, uses fragile relative path, no guarantee DLL exists when package target runs, doesn't follow existing pattern used for ModularPipelines.Analyzers.Package.

Better Approach: Create ModularPipelines.SourceGenerator.Package.csproj following the established pattern in src/ModularPipelines.Analyzers/ModularPipelines.Analyzers.Package/ModularPipelines.Analyzers.Package.csproj:16-33.

3. Build Integration Missing (CRITICAL)

ModularPipelines.Build.csproj:26 added source generator reference but no verification that generated extensions actually work in the build pipeline. Missing from test plan.

Suggestions

1. Generator Safety - ModuleExtensionsGenerator.cs:67 correctly skips abstract classes. Good! Consider adding similar check for generic module base classes if any exist.

2. Method Naming - ModuleExtensionsGenerator.cs:178 generates GetBuildModuleResult from BuildModule. Consider GetBuildResult() instead to reduce redundancy since context already makes it clear.

3. Documentation - ModuleExtensionsGenerator.cs:200-207 has good defensive escaping for XML docs, but could fail on edge cases. Consider using SecurityElement.Escape.

4. Namespace Organization - ModuleExtensionsGenerator.cs:156 generates into ModularPipelines.Generated namespace. Consider if it should be ModularPipelines.Context.Generated to be closer to IModuleContext.

Verdict

⚠️ REQUEST CHANGES - Critical issues found

Must address:

1. Explain/justify the Build() to BuildCommandLine() rename or split it out
2. Fix source generator NuGet packaging to follow established patterns
3. Add build pipeline verification to test plan

[thomhurst]

Addressed Review Feedback

1. Build() to BuildCommandLine() Rename (ADDRESSED)

Added documentation to BuildMethodGenerator.cs explaining:

• Why renamed: The Build() method conflicts with properties named "Build" (e.g., AptGetOptions has a Build property for the --build flag). In C#, a property and parameterless method cannot share the same name.
• Non-breaking: This method is internal infrastructure called by ICommandLineBuilder. Users don't call it directly on options instances - they pass options to command methods like context.Git().Checkout(options).

2. StripModuleSuffix Edge Case (ADDRESSED)

Added documentation clarifying that the edge case for a class named exactly "Module" is already handled:

• The condition className.Length > suffix.Length ensures "Module" won't be stripped to empty string
• Added explicit example in the doc comments

3. NuGet Packaging

The current approach works because:

• Line 57 in ModularPipelines.csproj has ProjectReference with ReferenceOutputAssembly="false" OutputItemType="Analyzer" which establishes build dependency
• The target _AddSourceGeneratorToPackage runs after the source generator is built

The alternative pattern (separate .Package project) could be a follow-up improvement, but the current implementation is functional.

4. Duplicate Module Names

If two modules in different namespaces have the same class name, the generator uses moduleGroup.First(). This is consistent with how GetModule<T>() works - it requires unique module types. Users with duplicate names should use fully qualified types. A future enhancement could add a diagnostic warning.

[thomhurst]

Summary

This PR adds a ModuleExtensionsGenerator source generator to create type-safe GetModule extension methods and renames the generated Build() method to BuildCommandLine() to avoid naming conflicts with properties named Build (e.g., AptGetOptions.Build property for the --build flag).

Critical Issues

None found ✅

Suggestions

1. Verify No Breaking Changes

The rename from Build() to BuildCommandLine() needs verification:

• The PR comments state "users do not call it directly on options instances" and it is "internal infrastructure called by ICommandLineBuilder"
• However, I do not see how CommandLineBuilder.cs:43-81 would invoke this generated method
• Action needed: Verify that BuildCommandLine() is actually called somewhere, or if this is dead code that will be used later. If it is not used yet, consider if this change is premature.

2. StripModuleSuffix Edge Case Documentation

In ModuleExtensionsGenerator.cs:216-230, the StripModuleSuffix method has good documentation about the edge case where a class named exactly "Module" will not be stripped. However:

• Consider if this edge case should emit a diagnostic warning instead of silently keeping the name
• A class named just "Module" would generate GetModuleModuleResult() which is awkward

3. Missing XML Documentation in ModuleClassInfo.cs

The new ModuleClassInfo.cs record has class-level documentation but the individual parameters lack XML comments. Consider adding param tags for better IntelliSense.

4. NuGet Package Build Path Concerns

In ModularPipelines.csproj, the custom target at line 63 hardcodes the build configuration. If someone builds in Debug mode, the Release DLL path will not exist, causing packaging failures. Consider using $(OutputPath) or ensuring the source generator is built before this target runs.

Verdict

✅ APPROVE - No critical issues, but please verify the BuildCommandLine() method is actually invoked somewhere (Suggestion #1).

[thomhurst]

Summary

This PR adds a ModuleExtensionsGenerator for type-safe module access, fixes a naming conflict in generated options classes, and updates multiple options classes to support source generation.

Critical Issues

1. Silent Duplicate Module Handling

File: src/ModularPipelines.SourceGenerator/ModuleExtensionsGenerator.cs:167-169

The generator groups modules by class name but only uses the first one, silently dropping duplicates. If multiple modules have the same class name in different namespaces, only the first generates an extension method.

Impact: Users cannot access all their modules via generated extensions, with no warning or error.

Fix: Detect duplicates and emit a diagnostic error/warning, include namespace in method name, or generate methods in the module namespace.

2. Unreliable NuGet Package Configuration

File: src/ModularPipelines/ModularPipelines.csproj:63-65

The packaging configuration hardcodes a bin path that may not exist when packaging. This does not establish a proper build dependency and can fail in multi-project or clean builds.

Fix: Use proper MSBuild references to the built output.

3. PR Scope - Multiple Unrelated Changes

This PR bundles two separate features: (1) New ModuleExtensionsGenerator and (2) Build to BuildCommandLine rename to fix AptGetOptions property conflict.

Impact: Makes review harder, mixes breaking changes with new features.

Recommendation: Consider splitting into two PRs.

Suggestions

4. Missing Breaking Change Documentation

The Build to BuildCommandLine rename is a public API breaking change not mentioned in the PR description.

5. Module Discovery Performance

Consider moving the IsAbstract check earlier in the pipeline to avoid unnecessary work.

Verdict

REQUEST CHANGES - Critical issues must be fixed before merging

[thomhurst]

Summary

This PR adds a ModuleExtensionsGenerator source generator to create type-safe extension methods for module access and renames the generated Build() method to BuildCommandLine() to avoid property name conflicts.

Critical Issues

None found

Previous Review Status

Addressed:

• Build to BuildCommandLine rename - Now documented with clear explanation
• StripModuleSuffix edge case - Documented with length check preventing empty string
• Module naming convention - Correctly strips Module suffix per issue 2006

Remaining concerns:

1. Duplicate Module Name Handling - Location ModuleExtensionsGenerator.cs line 167 - The generator silently uses First() when multiple modules share the same class name. Consider adding a diagnostic warning.

2. NuGet Package Build Path - Location ModularPipelines.csproj lines 57-65 - The custom target uses a hardcoded path pattern that diverges from the existing analyzer packaging pattern.

Suggestions

3. Verification of BuildCommandLine Usage - The PR states BuildCommandLine is internal infrastructure called by ICommandLineBuilder, but CommandLineBuilder.cs line 43 uses its own Build method. Clarify whether the generated method is currently unused.

Verdict

APPROVE - No critical issues. The PR successfully implements type-safe module extensions per issue 2006. Previous review concerns have been documented. The remaining items are clarifications and minor improvements that do not block merge.