Improve logic for contiguous off-targets merge

[ManuelTgn]

Task Title

Create a merging algorithm for contiguous off-target regions. Prioritize alternative targets with a higher sample count for the variant(s). Ensure robustness against edge cases.

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Description

Develop an algorithm to merge contiguous off-target regions. The algorithm should prioritize alternative targets based on the number of samples carrying the variant(s). Ensure the implementation is robust and scalable for large datasets.

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Milestone

Linked milestone:

• Milestone Name: Release v2.1.7

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Acceptance Criteria

Describe the conditions that must be met for the task to be considered complete.

• Contiguous targets are merged accurately based on defined criteria.
• Targets with higher sample counts are correctly prioritized.
• Implementation is efficient and handles large datasets without errors.

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Steps to Completion

1. Implement the merging algorithm with prioritization logic.
2. Test merging on representative datasets.
3. Optimize algorithm for large-scale inputs.

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Labels

Apply relevant labels:

• enhancement
• v2.1.7

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Assignees

• Primary: @ManuelTgn

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Additional Notes

None