Simplify Test and Dependency Scheduling

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Code Review: Simplify Test and Dependency Scheduling

I've completed a comprehensive review of this pull request which replaces the complex ProducerConsumer scheduler with a simpler queue-based approach. Here's my detailed feedback:

Progress:

• Read repository setup instructions from CLAUDE.md
• Analyze the architectural changes from ProducerConsumer to SimpleQueue scheduling
• Review code quality and best practices in new scheduling classes
• Identify potential bugs or issues in the implementation
• Assess performance implications of the scheduling changes
• Check for security concerns in the new implementation
• Evaluate test coverage and identify testing gaps
• Provide comprehensive review feedback via GitHub comment

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🔍 Overall Assessment

This is a significant architectural improvement that simplifies the test scheduling system while maintaining functionality. The refactor removes ~727 lines of complex channel-based code and replaces it with ~708 lines of cleaner queue-based logic.

✅ Positive Changes

Architecture Simplification

• Removed complex channel infrastructure: Eliminated ProducerConsumerTestScheduler and ChannelConsumerManager (727 lines)
• Cleaner abstractions: New SimpleQueueTestScheduler, SimpleTestQueues, and SimpleConsumerManager are more readable
• Better separation of concerns: Each class has a focused responsibility

Code Quality Improvements

• Consistent null checking: Proper argument validation throughout
• Good error handling: Appropriate try-catch blocks with cleanup logic
• Clear naming: Method and variable names are descriptive
• Immutable data structures: TestExecutionData uses required properties

⚠️ Issues Identified

1. Critical Race Condition in SimpleTestQueues.cs:63-156

private TestExecutionData? TryDequeueTestInternal(...)
{
    // Potential race: Multiple threads could pass constraint check simultaneously
    if (!runningConstraints.Contains(key)) // Thread A checks
    {
        // Thread B could acquire same constraint here
        lock (lockObj) // Then both try to acquire lock
        {
            // Both threads might process same constraint
        }
    }
}

Risk: Tests with same constraint could run concurrently when they shouldn't.

Recommendation: Move constraint checking inside the lock or use atomic operations.

2. Inconsistent Locking Strategy in SimpleTestQueues.cs

The class mixes different locking approaches:

• ConcurrentQueue<T> for unconstrained tests (lock-free)
• Queue<T> with locks for constrained tests
• ConcurrentDictionary<string, object> for lock objects

Recommendation: Consider using ConcurrentQueue<T> consistently or document why different approaches are needed.

3. Potential Memory Leak in SimpleConsumerManager.cs:88

await Task.Delay(50, cancellationToken); // Fixed 50ms delay

Issues:

• Fixed delay could cause unnecessary CPU usage
• No exponential backoff for empty queues
• Could delay test completion in edge cases

Recommendation: Implement exponential backoff or use SemaphoreSlim for better signaling.

4. Unused Method in SimpleConsumerManager.cs:119-181

The TryAcquireConstraintsAsync method is defined but never called, creating dead code.

Recommendation: Remove or integrate this method if it's intended for future use.

5. Constraint Acquisition Logic Duplication

Similar constraint checking logic appears in multiple places:

• SimpleTestQueues.TryDequeueTestInternal() (lines 96-126)
• SimpleConsumerManager.TryAcquireConstraintsAsync() (lines 135-159)

Recommendation: Extract to a shared ConstraintManager class.

🚀 Performance Considerations

Improvements

• Reduced complexity: Simpler queue operations vs. channel management
• Better cache locality: Fewer indirections in hot paths
• Lower memory overhead: Removed complex channel infrastructure

Concerns

• Polling overhead: 50ms delay in consumer loop could impact latency
• Lock contention: Multiple queues with different locking strategies
• O(n) constraint checking: Linear search through running constraints

Recommendation: Consider using BlockingCollection<T> or producer/consumer pattern with signaling.

🔒 Security Assessment

Low Risk: No security concerns identified. The code:

• Properly handles cancellation tokens
• Has appropriate exception handling
• Doesn't expose sensitive data
• Uses safe collection types

🧪 Test Coverage Analysis

Current Coverage

• Basic scheduling scenarios appear covered by existing tests
• Dependency execution logic has comprehensive tests
• Parallel constraint handling has test cases

Gaps Identified

1. Race condition testing: No tests for concurrent constraint acquisition
2. Edge case coverage: Empty queues, rapid scheduling/descheduling
3. Performance testing: No load tests for new scheduler
4. Timeout handling: Limited coverage of timeout scenarios

Recommendation: Add integration tests specifically for the new scheduler implementation.

🔧 Specific Code Suggestions

SimpleTestQueues.cs:86-87

// Current: Potential race condition
if (!runningConstraints.Contains(key))

// Suggested: Atomic constraint checking
lock (constraintLock)
{
    if (!runningConstraints.Contains(key))
    {
        // Constraint acquisition logic here
    }
}

SimpleConsumerManager.cs:26-28

// Current: Confusing logic
var parallelism = _configuration.Strategy == ParallelismStrategy.Adaptive
    ? _configuration.MaxParallelism  
    : _configuration.MaxParallelism;

// Suggested: Clarify or implement actual adaptive logic
var parallelism = _configuration.MaxParallelism;

📋 Action Items

High Priority

1. Fix race condition in constraint acquisition logic
2. Remove dead code (TryAcquireConstraintsAsync)
3. Add integration tests for new scheduler

Medium Priority

1. Implement exponential backoff for consumer polling
2. Consolidate constraint checking logic
3. Add performance benchmarks

Low Priority

1. Document design decisions in code comments
2. Consider using BlockingCollection<T> for better signaling
3. Add more comprehensive timeout testing

🎯 Verdict

Approve with conditions: This is a solid architectural improvement that simplifies the codebase significantly. The identified issues are fixable and don't prevent the core functionality from working. The race condition should be addressed before merging, but the overall direction is excellent.

The refactor successfully reduces complexity while maintaining feature parity, making the codebase more maintainable and easier to understand.

[claude]

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Code Review: Simplify Test and Dependency Scheduling

I've completed a comprehensive review of this pull request which replaces the complex ProducerConsumer scheduler with a simpler queue-based approach. Here's my detailed feedback:

Progress:

• Read repository setup instructions from CLAUDE.md
• Analyze the architectural changes from ProducerConsumer to SimpleQueue scheduling
• Review code quality and best practices in new scheduling classes
• Identify potential bugs or issues in the implementation
• Assess performance implications of the scheduling changes
• Check for security concerns in the new implementation
• Evaluate test coverage and identify testing gaps
• Provide comprehensive review feedback via GitHub comment

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🔍 Overall Assessment

This is a significant architectural improvement that simplifies the test scheduling system while maintaining functionality. The refactor removes ~727 lines of complex channel-based code and replaces it with ~571 lines of cleaner queue-based logic.

✅ Positive Changes

Architecture Simplification

• Removed complex channel infrastructure: Eliminated ProducerConsumerTestScheduler and ChannelConsumerManager (727 lines)
• Cleaner abstractions: New SimpleQueueTestScheduler, SimpleTestQueues, and SimpleConsumerManager are more readable
• Better separation of concerns: Each class has a focused responsibility

Code Quality Improvements

• Consistent null checking: Proper argument validation throughout
• Good error handling: Appropriate try-catch blocks with cleanup logic
• Clear naming: Method and variable names are descriptive
• Immutable data structures: TestExecutionData uses required properties

⚠️ Issues Identified

1. Critical Race Condition in SimpleTestQueues.cs:80-88

// Check if any other parallel group is running
var otherGroupRunning = runningConstraintKeys.Any(x => 
    x.Key.StartsWith("__parallel_group_") && x.Key != groupKey && x.Value > 0);
    
if (!otherGroupRunning && queue.TryDequeue(out var groupTest))
{
    // Race: Another thread could start a conflicting group here
    runningConstraintKeys.AddOrUpdate(groupKey, 1, (k, v) => v + 1);
    return groupTest;
}

Risk: Multiple parallel groups could start simultaneously when they shouldn't.

Recommendation: Check and acquire constraints atomically using a lock around the entire check-and-acquire operation.

2. Potential Memory Leak in SimpleConsumerManager.cs:87

await Task.Delay(50, cancellationToken); // Fixed 50ms delay

Issues:

• Fixed delay could cause unnecessary CPU usage under high load
• No exponential backoff for empty queues
• Could delay test completion in edge cases

Recommendation: Implement exponential backoff or use SemaphoreSlim for better signaling.

3. Dead Code in SimpleConsumerManager.cs:109-114

The GetCurrentRunningConstraints method is defined but never used, creating dead code.

Recommendation: Remove this method unless it's intended for future use.

4. Confusing Logic in SimpleConsumerManager.cs:26-28

var parallelism = _configuration.Strategy == ParallelismStrategy.Adaptive
    ? _configuration.MaxParallelism  
    : _configuration.MaxParallelism;

Both branches return the same value, making this logic confusing.

Recommendation: Simplify to var parallelism = _configuration.MaxParallelism; or implement actual adaptive logic.

🚀 Performance Considerations

Improvements

• Reduced complexity: Simpler queue operations vs. channel management
• Better cache locality: Fewer indirections in hot paths
• Lower memory overhead: Removed complex channel infrastructure

Concerns

• Polling overhead: 50ms delay in consumer loop could impact latency
• Lock contention: Multiple queues with different locking strategies
• O(n) constraint checking: Linear search through running constraints

Recommendation: Consider using BlockingCollection<T> or producer/consumer pattern with signaling.

🔒 Security Assessment

Low Risk: No security concerns identified. The code:

• Properly handles cancellation tokens
• Has appropriate exception handling
• Doesn't expose sensitive data
• Uses safe collection types

🧪 Test Coverage Analysis

Current Coverage

• Basic scheduling scenarios appear covered by existing tests
• NotInParallelTests and KeyedNotInParallelTests verify constraint behavior
• Dependency execution logic has comprehensive tests
• Parallel constraint handling has test cases

Gaps Identified

1. Race condition testing: No tests for concurrent constraint acquisition
2. Edge case coverage: Empty queues, rapid scheduling/descheduling
3. Performance testing: No load tests for new scheduler
4. Timeout handling: Limited coverage of timeout scenarios

Recommendation: Add integration tests specifically for the new scheduler implementation.

🔧 Specific Code Suggestions

SimpleTestQueues.cs:80-88

// Current: Potential race condition
var otherGroupRunning = runningConstraintKeys.Any(x => 
    x.Key.StartsWith("__parallel_group_") && x.Key != groupKey && x.Value > 0);
if (!otherGroupRunning && queue.TryDequeue(out var groupTest))

// Suggested: Atomic constraint checking
lock (_parallelGroupLock) // Add a dedicated lock for parallel groups
{
    var otherGroupRunning = runningConstraintKeys.Any(x => 
        x.Key.StartsWith("__parallel_group_") && x.Key != groupKey && x.Value > 0);
    if (!otherGroupRunning && queue.TryDequeue(out var groupTest))
    {
        runningConstraintKeys.AddOrUpdate(groupKey, 1, (k, v) => v + 1);
        return groupTest;
    }
}

SimpleConsumerManager.cs:87

// Current: Fixed delay
await Task.Delay(50, cancellationToken);

// Suggested: Exponential backoff or signaling
private int _backoffMs = 10;
await Task.Delay(Math.Min(_backoffMs, 1000), cancellationToken);
_backoffMs = Math.Min(_backoffMs * 2, 1000); // Reset on successful dequeue

📋 Action Items

High Priority

1. Fix race condition in parallel group constraint acquisition
2. Remove dead code (GetCurrentRunningConstraints)
3. Add integration tests for new scheduler under concurrent load

Medium Priority

1. Implement exponential backoff for consumer polling
2. Add performance benchmarks comparing old vs new scheduler
3. Document design decisions in code comments

Low Priority

1. Consider using BlockingCollection<T> for better signaling
2. Add more comprehensive timeout testing
3. Clarify adaptive parallelism logic

🎯 Verdict

Approve with conditions: This is a solid architectural improvement that simplifies the codebase significantly. The identified issues are fixable and don't prevent the core functionality from working. The race condition should be addressed before merging, but the overall direction is excellent.

The refactor successfully reduces complexity while maintaining feature parity, making the codebase more maintainable and easier to understand.

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[claude]

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Code Review: Simplify Test and Dependency Scheduling

I've completed a comprehensive review of this pull request which replaces the complex ProducerConsumer scheduler with a simpler queue-based approach. Here's my detailed feedback:

Progress:

• Read repository setup instructions from CLAUDE.md
• Analyze the architectural changes from ProducerConsumer to SimpleQueue scheduling
• Review code quality and best practices in new scheduling classes
• Identify potential bugs or issues in the implementation
• Assess performance implications of the scheduling changes
• Check for security concerns in the new implementation
• Evaluate test coverage and identify testing gaps
• Provide comprehensive review feedback

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🔍 Overall Assessment

This is a significant architectural improvement that simplifies the test scheduling system while maintaining functionality. The refactor removes complex channel-based code and replaces it with cleaner queue-based logic, making the codebase more maintainable.

✅ Positive Changes

Architecture Simplification

• Removed complex channel infrastructure: Eliminated ProducerConsumerTestScheduler and ChannelConsumerManager (727 lines deleted)
• Cleaner abstractions: New SimpleQueueTestScheduler, SimpleTestQueues, and SimpleConsumerManager are more readable
• Better separation of concerns: Each class has a focused responsibility
• Improved dependency execution: Unified execution paths with proper locking in SingleTestExecutor.cs:44-53

Code Quality Improvements

• Consistent null checking: Proper argument validation throughout
• Good error handling: Appropriate try-catch blocks with cleanup logic in SimpleConsumerManager.cs:74-81
• Clear naming: Method and variable names are descriptive
• Immutable data structures: TestExecutionData uses required properties

⚠️ Issues Identified

1. Race Condition in SimpleTestQueues.cs:80-88

// Check if any other parallel group is running
var otherGroupRunning = runningConstraintKeys.Any(x => 
    x.Key.StartsWith("__parallel_group_") && x.Key != groupKey && x.Value > 0);
    
if (!otherGroupRunning && queue.TryDequeue(out var groupTest))
{
    // Race: Another thread could start a conflicting group here
    runningConstraintKeys.AddOrUpdate(groupKey, 1, (k, v) => v + 1);
    return groupTest;
}

Risk: Multiple parallel groups could start simultaneously when they shouldn't.

Recommendation: Check and acquire constraints atomically using a lock around the entire check-and-acquire operation.

2. Performance Issue in SimpleConsumerManager.cs:87

await Task.Delay(50, cancellationToken); // Fixed 50ms delay

Issues:

• Fixed delay could cause unnecessary CPU usage under high load
• No exponential backoff for empty queues
• Could delay test completion in edge cases

Recommendation: Implement exponential backoff or use SemaphoreSlim for better signaling.

3. Dead Code in SimpleConsumerManager.cs:109-114

The GetCurrentRunningConstraints method is defined but never used.

Recommendation: Remove this method unless it's intended for future use.

4. Confusing Logic in SimpleConsumerManager.cs:26-28

var parallelism = _configuration.Strategy == ParallelismStrategy.Adaptive
    ? _configuration.MaxParallelism  
    : _configuration.MaxParallelism;

Both branches return the same value, making this logic confusing.

Recommendation: Simplify to var parallelism = _configuration.MaxParallelism; or implement actual adaptive logic.

🚀 Performance Considerations

Improvements

• Reduced complexity: Simpler queue operations vs. channel management
• Better cache locality: Fewer indirections in hot paths
• Lower memory overhead: Removed complex channel infrastructure

Concerns

• Polling overhead: 50ms delay in consumer loop could impact latency
• Lock contention: Multiple queues with different locking strategies
• O(n) constraint checking: Linear search through running constraints in SimpleTestQueues.cs:80-81

Recommendation: Consider using BlockingCollection<T> or producer/consumer pattern with signaling.

🔒 Security Assessment

Low Risk: No security concerns identified. The code:

• Properly handles cancellation tokens
• Has appropriate exception handling
• Doesn't expose sensitive data
• Uses safe collection types

🧪 Test Coverage Analysis

Current Coverage

• Basic scheduling scenarios appear covered by existing tests
• NotInParallelTests and KeyedNotInParallelTests verify constraint behavior
• Dependency execution logic has comprehensive tests with proper locking
• Parallel constraint handling has test cases

Gaps Identified

1. Race condition testing: No tests for concurrent constraint acquisition
2. Edge case coverage: Empty queues, rapid scheduling/descheduling
3. Performance testing: No load tests for new scheduler
4. Timeout handling: Limited coverage of timeout scenarios

Recommendation: Add integration tests specifically for the new scheduler implementation.

🔧 Specific Code Suggestions

SimpleTestQueues.cs:80-88

// Current: Potential race condition
var otherGroupRunning = runningConstraintKeys.Any(x => 
    x.Key.StartsWith("__parallel_group_") && x.Key != groupKey && x.Value > 0);
if (!otherGroupRunning && queue.TryDequeue(out var groupTest))

// Suggested: Atomic constraint checking
lock (_parallelGroupLock) // Add a dedicated lock for parallel groups
{
    var otherGroupRunning = runningConstraintKeys.Any(x => 
        x.Key.StartsWith("__parallel_group_") && x.Key != groupKey && x.Value > 0);
    if (!otherGroupRunning && queue.TryDequeue(out var groupTest))
    {
        runningConstraintKeys.AddOrUpdate(groupKey, 1, (k, v) => v + 1);
        return groupTest;
    }
}

SimpleConsumerManager.cs:87

// Current: Fixed delay
await Task.Delay(50, cancellationToken);

// Suggested: Exponential backoff
private int _backoffMs = 10;
await Task.Delay(Math.Min(_backoffMs, 1000), cancellationToken);
_backoffMs = Math.Min(_backoffMs * 2, 1000); // Reset on successful dequeue

📋 Action Items

High Priority

1. Fix race condition in parallel group constraint acquisition
2. Remove dead code (GetCurrentRunningConstraints)
3. Add integration tests for new scheduler under concurrent load

Medium Priority

1. Implement exponential backoff for consumer polling
2. Add performance benchmarks comparing old vs new scheduler
3. Document design decisions in code comments

Low Priority

1. Consider using BlockingCollection<T> for better signaling
2. Add more comprehensive timeout testing
3. Clarify adaptive parallelism logic

🎯 Verdict

Approve with conditions: This is a solid architectural improvement that simplifies the codebase significantly. The identified issues are fixable and don't prevent the core functionality from working. The race condition should be addressed before merging, but the overall direction is excellent.

The refactor successfully reduces complexity while maintaining feature parity, making the codebase more maintainable and easier to understand.

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[claude]

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Code Review: Simplify Test and Dependency Scheduling

I've completed a comprehensive review of this architectural refactor that replaces the complex ProducerConsumer scheduler with a simpler queue-based approach.

Progress:

• Read repository setup instructions from CLAUDE.md
• Analyze the architectural changes from ProducerConsumer to SimpleQueue scheduling
• Review code quality and best practices in new scheduling classes
• Identify potential bugs or issues in the implementation
• Assess performance implications of the scheduling changes
• Check for security concerns in the new implementation
• Evaluate test coverage and identify testing gaps
• Provide comprehensive review feedback

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🔍 Overall Assessment

This is a significant architectural improvement that successfully simplifies the test scheduling system while maintaining functionality. The refactor removes complex channel-based code and replaces it with cleaner queue-based logic, making the codebase more maintainable and easier to understand.

✅ Positive Changes

Architecture Simplification

• Removed complex channel infrastructure: Eliminated ProducerConsumerTestScheduler and ChannelConsumerManager (727 lines deleted)
• Cleaner abstractions: New SimpleQueueTestScheduler, SimpleTestQueues, and SimpleConsumerManager are more readable and focused
• Better separation of concerns: Each class has a clear, focused responsibility
• Improved dependency execution: Unified execution paths with proper locking in SingleTestExecutor.cs:44-61

Code Quality Improvements

• Consistent null checking: Proper argument validation throughout (SimpleQueueTestScheduler.cs:31-35)
• Good error handling: Appropriate try-catch blocks with cleanup logic (SimpleConsumerManager.cs:70-81)
• Clear naming: Method and variable names are descriptive and self-documenting
• Immutable data structures: TestExecutionData uses required properties for better safety
• Proper constraint management: Atomic constraint acquisition and release

⚠️ Issues Identified

1. Race Condition in SimpleTestQueues.cs:80-88

// Check if any other parallel group is running
var otherGroupRunning = runningConstraintKeys.Any(x => 
    x.Key.StartsWith("__parallel_group_") && x.Key != groupKey && x.Value > 0);
    
if (!otherGroupRunning && queue.TryDequeue(out var groupTest))
{
    // Race: Another thread could start a conflicting group here
    runningConstraintKeys.AddOrUpdate(groupKey, 1, (k, v) => v + 1);
    return groupTest;
}

Risk: Multiple parallel groups could start simultaneously when they shouldn't, violating the constraint that only one parallel group can run at a time.

Recommendation: Check and acquire constraints atomically using a lock around the entire check-and-acquire operation.

2. Performance Issue in SimpleConsumerManager.cs:87

await Task.Delay(50, cancellationToken); // Fixed 50ms delay

Issues:

• Fixed delay could cause unnecessary CPU usage under high load
• No exponential backoff for empty queues
• Could delay test completion in edge cases

Recommendation: Implement exponential backoff or use SemaphoreSlim for better signaling.

3. Dead Code in SimpleConsumerManager.cs:109-114

The GetCurrentRunningConstraints method is defined but never used, creating dead code.

Recommendation: Remove this method unless it's intended for future use.

4. Confusing Logic in SimpleConsumerManager.cs:26-28

var parallelism = _configuration.Strategy == ParallelismStrategy.Adaptive
    ? _configuration.MaxParallelism  
    : _configuration.MaxParallelism;

Both branches return the same value, making this logic confusing and suggesting incomplete adaptive logic implementation.

Recommendation: Either implement actual adaptive logic or simplify to var parallelism = _configuration.MaxParallelism;.

🚀 Performance Considerations

Improvements

• Reduced complexity: Simpler queue operations vs. channel management
• Better cache locality: Fewer indirections in hot paths
• Lower memory overhead: Removed complex channel infrastructure
• More efficient constraint checking: Better structured logic in SimpleTestQueues.cs:92-121

Concerns

• Polling overhead: 50ms delay in consumer loop could impact latency in scenarios with rapid test completion
• O(n) constraint checking: Linear search through running constraints in SimpleTestQueues.cs:80-81
• Lock contention: Multiple queues with different locking strategies could cause contention

Recommendation: Consider using BlockingCollection<T> or producer/consumer pattern with proper signaling mechanisms.

🔒 Security Assessment

Low Risk: No security concerns identified. The code:

• Properly handles cancellation tokens
• Has appropriate exception handling
• Doesn't expose sensitive data
• Uses safe collection types
• Follows secure coding practices

🧪 Test Coverage Analysis

Current Coverage ✅

• Basic scheduling scenarios covered by existing tests
• NotInParallelTests and KeyedNotInParallelTests verify constraint behavior with proper timing checks
• Dependency execution logic has comprehensive tests with proper locking
• Parallel constraint handling has test cases with appropriate delays to verify ordering

Gaps Identified ⚠️

1. Race condition testing: No tests specifically for concurrent constraint acquisition scenarios
2. Edge case coverage: Limited testing of empty queues, rapid scheduling/descheduling
3. Performance testing: No load tests for new scheduler under high concurrency
4. Timeout handling: Limited coverage of timeout scenarios in new implementation
5. Error recovery: Limited testing of error scenarios in consumer management

Recommendation: Add integration tests specifically for the new scheduler implementation, particularly focusing on concurrent access patterns.

🔧 Specific Code Suggestions

Fix Race Condition in SimpleTestQueues.cs:80-88

// Current: Potential race condition
var otherGroupRunning = runningConstraintKeys.Any(x => 
    x.Key.StartsWith("__parallel_group_") && x.Key != groupKey && x.Value > 0);
if (!otherGroupRunning && queue.TryDequeue(out var groupTest))

// Suggested: Atomic constraint checking
private readonly object _parallelGroupLock = new();

lock (_parallelGroupLock) // Add dedicated lock for parallel groups
{
    var otherGroupRunning = runningConstraintKeys.Any(x => 
        x.Key.StartsWith("__parallel_group_") && x.Key != groupKey && x.Value > 0);
    if (!otherGroupRunning && queue.TryDequeue(out var groupTest))
    {
        runningConstraintKeys.AddOrUpdate(groupKey, 1, (k, v) => v + 1);
        return groupTest;
    }
}

Improve Consumer Polling in SimpleConsumerManager.cs:87

// Current: Fixed delay
await Task.Delay(50, cancellationToken);

// Suggested: Exponential backoff
private int _backoffMs = 10;
await Task.Delay(Math.Min(_backoffMs, 1000), cancellationToken);
_backoffMs = Math.Min(_backoffMs * 2, 1000); // Reset on successful dequeue

📋 Action Items

High Priority 🔴

1. Fix race condition in parallel group constraint acquisition (SimpleTestQueues.cs:80-88)
2. Remove dead code (GetCurrentRunningConstraints method)
3. Add integration tests for new scheduler under concurrent load

Medium Priority 🟡

1. Implement exponential backoff for consumer polling to reduce CPU usage
2. Add performance benchmarks comparing old vs new scheduler performance
3. Document design decisions in code comments for future maintainers

Low Priority 🟢

1. Consider using BlockingCollection<T> for better signaling instead of polling
2. Add more comprehensive timeout testing for edge cases
3. Clarify or implement adaptive parallelism logic

🎯 Verdict

Approve with conditions: This is a solid architectural improvement that significantly simplifies the codebase. The identified issues are fixable and don't prevent the core functionality from working correctly. The race condition should be addressed before merging, but the overall direction is excellent.

The refactor successfully reduces complexity while maintaining feature parity, making the codebase more maintainable and easier to understand. The previous complex channel-based approach has been replaced with a much cleaner queue-based system that achieves the same goals with less code and complexity.

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