Startrepeat

Startrepeat is a term used in various programming, scripting, and templating contexts to mark the beginning of a block of content or code that should be repeated. It is not a standard keyword in major programming languages; its exact syntax and behavior depend on the project or tool that defines it. In many implementations, startrepeat is paired with a corresponding endrepeat or a similar directive to delimit the repeated section.

Typical usage patterns

- Paired directive: A block begins with startrepeat and ends with endrepeat. A processing engine repeats the contents of the block for each item in a related collection or until a specified condition is met.

- Data-driven repetition: A templating or code-generation tool may expand the block once per element in an input list, injecting item-specific values during each iteration.

- Limited scope: The repeated block generally has its own local scope, with variables defined inside being reset or overridden on each pass, depending on the implementation.

Examples (pseudo-language)

startrepeat

read(item)

transform(item)

endrepeat

In a templating context, the block could be expanded for every record in a dataset, producing multiple output fragments. In code generation, startrepeat blocks may emit repetitive code patterns with item-specific substitutions.

Notes

- Startrepeat is not universally standardized; its exact syntax and semantics vary. Users should consult the documentation of the specific tool or language they are using.

- Potential pitfalls include unclear scoping, nested repeats, and portability issues across different engines.