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Discover why your `findLocation()` function returns a promise with an undefined value and learn how to correctly handle promises in JavaScript.
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Understanding Promises in JavaScript: How to Fix an Undefined Value in Your findLocation() Function

In the world of JavaScript, handling asynchronous operations can often lead developers into a maze of confusion, especially when it comes to promises. One common question that arises is: Why does a promise with an undefined value get returned from the findLocation() function? Let’s break down the problem and explore the solution step by step.

The Problem

When you attempt to print or access the result of the findLocation() function, you often get a pending promise that outputs undefined instead of the expected result. Here's what we know:

Function Defined: The findLocation() function is designed to work with asynchronous calls and is expected to return a location object.

Promise Returned: The function ultimately ensures that a promise is returned, but because of how it is currently set up, the promise resolves to an undefined value.

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This leads to confusion, especially when trying to understand what’s going wrong with your asynchronous operations.

Understanding the Asynchronous Flow

To better understand what's happening, let’s dissect the asynchronous flow in the findLocation() function:

Chained Promises: The function makes several asynchronous calls using chaining.

Return Values: When dealing with promises, you need to ensure you're properly returning resolved values from asynchronous functions.

Why Is It Returning Undefined?

The confusion stems from how the promise is structured and the lack of await or promise chaining in the original function. When you don't explicitly handle the result of your promises, JavaScript doesn’t know what to return from the function, thus giving you undefined.

The Solution

Use await for Better Clarity

You can simplify your asynchronous operations using async/await, which makes your code more readable and allows you to directly handle values returned from asynchronous calls. Here’s how to properly implement it:

Refactor findLocation

Let's first improve the findLocation() function by using async/await. This way, we can clearly see what is being returned at each step:

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Calling the Function in Your Route Handler

Now, when we call findLocation() in the route handler, we must also use the await keyword to properly handle the promise:

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Key Takeaways

Always await Promises: When you want to use the result of a promise, ensure that you use await in async functions to wait for resolution.

Return Values Matter: Consider how you're returning values in nested async calls to ensure that the final resolved value is available.

By following the above steps, you'll be well-equipped to handle promises in your JavaScript applications, ensuring that you get the values you expect instead of undefined.

Now, go ahead and enhance your application’s functionality with clarity and correctness in your async operations!