Definition and Usage
Creates a new empty dictionary. A dictionary is a collection of key-value pairs that allows you to store and retrieve data using unique keys.
Parameter Values
Input parameters
This action does not require any input parameters.
Error handling
Parameter Name | Description |
Throw error & stop | When an error occurs, the action will trigger an error and stop the execution of the entire app. |
Retry command | If an error occurs, the action will retry the command in an attempt to resolve the issue and continue the process. |
Ignore error & continue | When an error occurs, the action will be ignored, and the workflow will continue without interruption. |
Variables produced
This action creates a new empty dictionary variable that can be used to store key-value pairs. The dictionary is stored in the specified output variable.
Using Variables in Conditions
You can use the created dictionary variable in subsequent actions by referencing it with the {variableName} syntax. The dictionary can be used in various operations such as:
Adding key-value pairs
Retrieving values by key
Checking if a key exists
Iterating through dictionary items
Notes
The created dictionary is initially empty and will need to be populated using additional actions.
Dictionary keys must be unique; adding a value with an existing key will overwrite the previous value.
Dictionaries are useful for organizing related data and providing quick lookups by key.