05-03-2013
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Originally Posted by
hanson44
An easy, I would suggest better, alternative is "don't nest". Do one substitution, store the results in an intermediate variable. Use the intermediate variable in the next substitution.
It's simpler to understand, self-documenting, and easier to troubleshoot. The negative is it takes an extra line. A very small price to pay.
Excellent advice.
Regards,
Alister
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