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codespell: Correct all typos found in-place.
$ codespell --write-changes
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The command "codespell --write-changes" is likely used to run the "codespell" tool with the option to write the changes it suggests to the relevant files.

The tool "codespell" is designed to assist with finding and correcting spelling mistakes within source code files. It scans the files and identifies any potential errors, such as typos, misspellings, or incorrect spellings of variable or function names.

The "--write-changes" option is used to instruct the tool to make the suggested corrections directly in the original files, rather than just displaying the suggestions without modifying the files. This can be helpful when you want to automate the correction process and directly update the files with the suggested changes.

It's important to be cautious when using this option, as it modifies the files directly and irreversible changes can be made without proper review. It's recommended to back up your code or run the tool on a copy of the original files to avoid any unintended consequences.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.
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