Hi all: I have the code: class A{ . . public void asd() { StartEx: int i; . . goto StartEx; } } When i compile the code i get the error.. '.class' expected int i; ^ illegal start of expression goto StartEx; ^ Could somebody help me with why the error occurs. Thanks, Preetham.
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Preetham M, Welcome to JavaRanch (again)! We ain't got many rules 'round these parts, but we do got one. Please change your display name to comply with The JavaRanch Naming Policy. Thanks Pardner! Hope to see you 'round the Ranch!
Yes, no goto. It is a reserved word but you can't use it. Same goes to const.
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So if i need to make a jump, its not possible in java..
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Originally posted by Preetham M: So if i need to make a jump, its not possible in java..
Well, trust me - you don't *need* to!
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Listen to Ilja's wise advice. I haven't used a goto since I stopped using BASIC in 1978. If you feel that you need to use a goto, it's probably a sign that you need to take a step back and take a look at the structure of your code. hth, bear
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I agree with the above. You do not need to make jumps. If you want to "jump" you can use a break or continue with a label. This can "jump" in your code.
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Even in C or C++ you should normally use goto only to exit loops. In Java you do not need goto for this purpose because you can use break labels instead.
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