Repeatrecurring

Repeatrecurring is a term used in scheduling and automation to describe a configuration where events or tasks are defined with both recurrence and repetition semantics. It is not a formal standard in most calendar specifications, but it appears in documentation and feature descriptions to convey a layered pattern of repetition.

It contrasts with a simple repeat (a single future occurrence) or a straightforward recurring pattern (an ongoing schedule with no explicit sub-repetitions). In repeatrecurring, a base recurrence sets when something should occur, while additional repeat rules specify how many times or in what sub-pattern each occurrence is repeated.

Common contexts include calendar apps, task automation tools, and data-automation pipelines. For example, an event might recur weekly on Mondays, and within each occurrence there may be additional repetitions such as reminders that trigger several times during the hour. In scheduling specifications, a recurrence rule (such as RRULE in iCalendar) is sometimes paired with repetition parameters to express such needs.

Implementation considerations include how to store and compute the pattern, how to handle exceptions, and how to communicate the pattern to users. Some systems expose separate fields for recurrence and repetition or use composite rules that combine both. The lack of a universal definition means developers should document the behavior clearly for end users.

Terminology varies by platform, and repeatrecurring is chiefly a descriptive aid rather than a standardized term. Where precise interpretation matters, it is advisable to specify the exact recurrence interval, the repetition count, and any exceptions or boundaries.