The left-hand side pane with directory does NOT automatically update with new generated files

[rodrigosf672]

Run the following Python script:

with open('output.txt', 'w') as f:
    f.write('Line 1\n')
    f.write('Line 2\n')
    f.write('Line 3\n')

Current Positron behavior (wrong)

On the left pane folder directory structure, notice that the output.txt file does NOT appear automatically, despite it existing in the folder structure. Workaround is to click the refresh button.

Current VS Code behavior (correct)

File is automatically generated on the left pane.

I identified a bug with file creation in general, not specific to Git repo started. The left-hand side pane with directory does NOT automatically update with new generated files from Python/R scripts. --> Add bug for that

And add ticket for automating file folder verification.

Originally posted by @rodrigosf672 in #9782

[rodrigosf672]

Note for Triage

This only happens (very consistently!) in my machine, regardless of environment. Please note that another workaround is to switch to another application and then return to Positron; then file shows up automatically appear.

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Disclaimer: I like Nick's fix.

[juliasilge]

I am not able to reproduce this. When you say this:

This only happens (very consistently!) in my machine

You are saying you are the only one who sees this right now? Just so I understand?

[rodrigosf672]

@testlabauto tried in his machine and he can't reproduce it. Not sure if it could be a mac M4 issue?