Output

Origin of Name and Use

Output is a print statement in Intext. Rather than follow the standard “print” word, I chose to make it as obvious as possible by using the keyword “output”. Reason being, it wouldn’t be hard to know which line is printing what’s in output.

Simple Output 

output "Hello World";
output 5;

Similar to Python’s print statement, but no parathesis and keyword being used is “output”.

  • Note: Disregarding what is being said in output, do not forget to use a semicolon at the end of each statement

Spaghetti Output 

output "Population: " + 8.1 + "B";
output "Living equals " + true;

Theses lines are legal. Even tough it’s multiple types in one output statement, as long as they are separated by ‘+’ symbols, it’s valid.

Spaghetti with variables 

int declare x = 5;
string declare y = "Number: ";
output y + x;

Once again, this is valid. While it may not be outputting literals, variables work as well.

(Current) Limitations 

output 2 + 2; // Will output 22, because output makes them into strings

These limitations will either be fixed in the future, or be implemented and maintained as a feature. This sections will change as time moves on.

RawAST Output Syntax

🛈 I recommend you check RawAST Syntax to better understand how these systems work!

{
 "type": "output",
 "value": "Hello, World!"
}

Making an Output Statement in RawAST is very simple, despite it’s verbosity. First, use the Super-Key type, and give it the value of "output". Next, add comma at the end to follow JSON’s rules, and make the value key next. Then, whatever you want to print, give that value to the value key. Make sure if you’re outputting a string (text), that it is wrapped in quotes. However, if you are printing the bool of true or false, quotes are unneeded, along when outputting ints such as 5.

Common Errors

  • You misspell output

It happens to the best of us. The only way to defeat this error, is by checking through your code for typos. If enough people suggest, error-handling to catch these typos will be implemented.

  • You type something illegal

I assume you have not read the entirety of this page if that is the issue. While Spaghetti Output may seem complex, it’s best to not overthink it, because if you do, depending on the version, it will return a silent output.

  • You forgot the semicolon

This is very surprising. You likely tripped up. No worries, just make sure to not to forget next time.