message-start-event-async-fix #1191
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…sure tasks are committed to the db properly w/ burnettk
WalkthroughWalkthroughThe recent update introduces a new function to assess whether a process instance should be queued for execution, enhancing decision-making capabilities. This function is now integral to the queuing logic, refining the process by replacing previous methods. Additionally, adjustments in message service handling align with this new approach, streamlining the start process and updating task management based on the queuing eligibility determined by the newly added function. Changes
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- spiffworkflow-backend/src/spiffworkflow_backend/background_processing/celery_tasks/process_instance_task_producer.py (2 hunks)
- spiffworkflow-backend/src/spiffworkflow_backend/services/message_service.py (5 hunks)
Additional comments: 5
spiffworkflow-backend/src/spiffworkflow_backend/background_processing/celery_tasks/process_instance_task_producer.py (2)
- 17-35: The
should_queue_process_instancefunction introduces a more granular approach to determining whether a process instance should be queued for execution. This function checks the execution mode and whether queuing is enabled for the process model. A few points to consider:
- Error Handling: The function raises an
ApiErrorif the execution mode is asynchronous but queuing is not enabled. This is a good practice as it provides clear feedback to the caller about misconfiguration.- Performance: The function performs an enum check for
execution_modewhich is efficient. However, ensure that thequeue_enabled_for_process_modelfunction is optimized for performance since it's called every time this function is invoked.- Maintainability: The function is well-structured and uses clear, descriptive variable names, making it easy to understand and maintain.
Overall, the implementation seems solid. However, it's important to ensure that all callers of this function properly handle the potential
ApiErrorto avoid uncaught exceptions in the application.
- 60-60: The refactor of
queue_process_instance_if_appropriateto utilize theshould_queue_process_instancefunction for determining queuing eligibility is a positive change. It simplifies the decision-making process and centralizes the logic for determining whether a process instance should be queued. This enhances maintainability and ensures consistency in how queuing decisions are made across the application.However, it's crucial to ensure that all existing calls to this function have been reviewed and updated if necessary to align with the new logic introduced by
should_queue_process_instance. Additionally, consider adding unit tests to cover various scenarios, including different execution modes and configurations, to ensure the function behaves as expected under all conditions.spiffworkflow-backend/src/spiffworkflow_backend/services/message_service.py (3)
- 11-11: The import of
should_queue_process_instancealigns with the PR's objective to utilize this new function for determining queuing eligibility in the message service logic. This change is a step towards centralizing and streamlining the decision-making process for queuing process instances, which is a positive development for maintainability and consistency across the application.- 70-70: The removal of the
execution_modeparameter from thestart_process_with_messagemethod is not explicitly shown in the provided code, but it's mentioned in the AI-generated summary. Assuming this change has been made, it simplifies the method signature and aligns with the PR's objective to streamline process initiation via message events.However, it's crucial to ensure that all calls to this method throughout the codebase have been updated to reflect this change. Removing a parameter can lead to runtime errors if not all usages have been accounted for. Additionally, consider the impact of this change on the flexibility of the method. If the
execution_modewas previously used to alter the behavior of this method, ensure that its removal does not limit the method's applicability or necessitate future modifications to reintroduce similar functionality.Verification successful
The absence of output from the ast-grep command suggests that there are no calls to
start_process_with_messagewith three arguments, indicating that the codebase has been correctly updated to reflect the removal of theexecution_modeparameter. This aligns with the PR's objective to streamline process initiation via message events, and it appears that all necessary updates have been made to accommodate this change.* 211-215: The update to the `process_message_receive` method to incorporate `should_queue_process_instance` for determining queuing eligibility and handling task updates is a significant improvement. It aligns with the PR's objectives to refine how message events trigger process instances and to adopt a more streamlined and condition-based approach.Scripts Executed
The following scripts were executed for the analysis:
Script:
#!/bin/bash # Search for calls to start_process_with_message to ensure they've been updated. ast-grep --lang python --pattern $'MessageService.start_process_with_message($_, $_, $_)' # Expecting no results, indicating that all calls have been updated to the new signature.Length of output: 90
A few points to consider:
- Correctness: Ensure that the logic correctly handles all scenarios, especially the transition between different execution modes and the implications of queuing or not queuing a process instance.
- Error Handling: The use of
should_queue_process_instanceintroduces potentialApiErrorexceptions. Ensure that these are appropriately handled within this context to avoid uncaught exceptions.- Performance: The call to
do_engine_stepswithsave=Trueand specific execution strategies based on the queuing decision is crucial. Ensure that this does not introduce performance bottlenecks, especially in high-throughput environments.Overall, these changes seem to align well with the PR's objectives and should contribute positively to the system's ability to handle asynchronous events more effectively.
This updates the message start event call to run do_engine_steps even in async mode to ensure tasks are committed to the db properly.
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