Less verbose syntax for values, data tables

[archiewood]

Feature Description

A shorthand for referencing values and tables in markdown, giving an alternative to eg the <Value/> component in particular which is quite verbose.

There is quite a lot of boilerplate in the components, the intent of which could probably be inferred.

Goal of Feature

Better authoring experience

Current Solution

Values

1. <Value data={my_query} column=my_column row=3/>
   • Problems:
     • long
     • (need to remember syntax)
2. {my_query[3].my_column}
   • Problems:
     • Does not apply formatting
     • (unintuitive for non JS users)

Tables

1. <DataTable data={my_query}/>
   • Problems:
     • long
2. {my_query}
   • Problems:
     • doesn't work

Proposals

• Allow 2 as a "magic" aliases for 1

Implementation Ideas

• Implement in preprocess.
  • Look for all {} expressions that are not wrapped in tags in markdown or svelte
  • Replace with components