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x/crypto/ssh: implement zlib@openssh.com compression

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#31,369 opened on Apr 9, 2019

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Description

this is an internal google request for implementation of zlib compression in the x/crypto/ssh library, as specified at

https://tools.ietf.org/html/draft-miller-secsh-compression-delayed-00

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Research direction
Study the zlib compression algorithm and the SSH protocol specification for compression. Then review the existing x/crypto/ssh library code to understand how to integrate the new compression method.
Tech stack
go
Domain
security
Issue type
Feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
4
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
3-5 days
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
Active
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
Clear
Prerequisites
GoSSH
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
20