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RangeError: Maximum call stack size exceeded

Error message

RangeError: Maximum call stack size exceeded

What broke

The error indicates that a recursive function has exceeded the maximum call stack size. This typically happens when the function does not have a proper termination condition, leading to infinite recursion.

Why it broke

It broke because the function keeps calling itself without ever reaching a stopping point. Each function call consumes stack space, and eventually, the stack limit is reached, resulting in a RangeError.

How to fix

To fix this, ensure that your recursive function has a base case that stops the recursion. Review the logic to make sure that the function will eventually reach this base case under all conditions.

Code fix

function recursiveFunction(n) { if (n <= 0) return; recursiveFunction(n - 1); }

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Prevention tip

Review the logic to make sure that the function will eventually reach this base case under all conditions.

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