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And it has quite a consensus as the best solution to this problem. Goto being considered harmful is a generally true statement. However, this usage is a more sp

And it has quite a consensus as the best solution to this problem. Goto being considered harmful is a generally true statement. However, this usage is a more specific exception to the rule, with objective benefits vs alternatives.

user5994461 9y ago
"goto considered harmful" is an old meme from 50 years ago, when control blocks like if and for were invented.