Boolean logic in Rewst workflows

Boolean values and their role in automation

Boolean values represent simple yes/no conditions, like on/off or true/false. They define rules and logic in workflows by evaluating conditions.

Boolean values are fundamental in automation workflows, controlling decision-making and process flow. Understanding Boolean logic helps ensure that workflows are efficient, reliable, and easy to maintain.

Key boolean concepts

• Boolean values: Represent true or false, similar to 1 (on) and 0 (off).

• Logical operators: and, or, not determine conditions in workflows.

• Comparison operations: Evaluate conditions (e.g., user_role == "admin").

• Custom conditions in workflows: Enable transitions based on Boolean evaluations.

Boolean operators in Rewst workflows

Boolean logic controls workflow decisions using these key operators:

• and – Requires both conditions to be true.

  • Example: user_logged_in and is_admin

• or – Requires at least one condition to be true.

  • Example: is_manager or is_admin

• not – Inverts a Boolean value.

  • Example: not user_logged_in (returns true if user_logged_in is false).

Boolean logic in action

• True and false = false – Both conditions must be true for and to return true.

• True or false = true – Only one condition needs to be true for or to return true.

• Not false = true – Flips the Boolean value to its opposite.

Best practices for boolean logic in Rewst

To ensure efficiency and maintainability, follow these best practices.

Structuring logical conditions

• Group logic with parentheses: Ensures conditions execute in the correct order.

  • Example: (is_admin and is_active) or is_super_admin

• Use in for cleaner conditions:

  • Before: if role == "admin" or role == "super_admin"

  • After: if role in ["admin", "super_admin"]

Simplifying boolean expressions

• Use ternary operators for concise logic:

  • Syntax: variable = value_if_true if condition else value_if_false

  • Example: status = "Active" if is_active else "Inactive"

• Leverage short-circuit evaluation:

  • Skips unnecessary checks by placing the most likely condition first.

  • Example: if user_logged_in and is_admin: (Skips is_admin check if user_logged_in is false.)

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