Add support for "_" special variable in REPL mode to store last expression value #570
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This Pull Request implements the feature request to support the
_
special variable in REPL mode, which stores the value of the last evaluated expression. This enhancement aligns the Starlark REPL behavior more closely with Python's REPL, improving the interactive experience for users. Fixed issue #569.Changes Made:
repl.go
, after each successful expression evaluation, the result is stored in the_
variable within theglobals
dictionary._
variable is only updated when an expression is evaluated, not after executing statements._
variable remains unchanged.Benefits:
Example Usage:
Testing:
_
variable correctly stores the value of the last evaluated expression._
remains unchanged after executing statements or if an error occurs during evaluation._
before any expression has been evaluated results in aNameError
, consistent with Python's REPL.