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Characterize Retry Classes With Integer Wait Rows

Characterize retry classes before any delay helper moves. Integer wait rows are the gate for that split. A green table beats a cleaner function that drifts. Class and delay must not move in one edit. Tests pin which errors retry and which waits occur. Only then does delay math leave the caller. A cleanup that also changes policy is not a refactor. It is a behavior change with a style excuse. Keep…

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Analyzing retry classes in a codebase requires separating delay decisions from retry logic. Integer wait rows provide a clear contract for how many times each type of error should be retried before giving up. By enumerating each exception class, the expected outcome, and the corresponding delay values, developers can ensure retries occur consistently while avoiding unintended behavior.

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