280 Robust Data Handling

title: “Robust Data Handling for Content Generation” tags: [“kb”]

Robust Data Handling for Content Generation

This document describes the principle of using robust data handling methods for content generation tasks.

The Problem

Parsing complex, nested strings with regular expressions is fragile and prone to failure. This is a common problem in code and content generation tasks, where the agent might need to manipulate structured data.

The Principle

When a framework (e.g., Hugo, React) provides a robust method for handling complex data (e.g., inner content for shortcodes, props for components), it should always be preferred over custom, brittle parsing.

This is a key principle for avoiding errors in code and content generation tasks. By leveraging the framework’s built-in data handling capabilities, we can create more reliable and maintainable solutions.