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Discover how to effectively `merge keys` from a nested dictionary into a new structure using Python! This step-by-step guide addresses common issues and shares best practices for handling nested dictionaries.
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Introduction

In the world of Python programming, handling dictionaries—especially nested dictionaries—can sometimes be a challenge. Many developers encounter situations where they need to merge or insert keys successfully. Such is the case when working with test automation scripts, where it’s crucial to ensure that all relevant data is accurately captured in the expected format. In this guide, we will tackle the issue of inserting all keys from a nested dictionary to a new nested dictionary and provide a structured solution for common pitfalls.

The Problem

You might have found yourself in a situation like this: You are working on test automation and need to extract values from a nested dictionary. However, you notice the output only reflects the last entry of the dictionary instead of including all of them.

For example, consider the following nested dictionary you are working with:

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The goal is to integrate all these keys into a new dictionary based on specific conditions, but your current implementation isn’t providing all the required results, leading to frustration.

Current Implementation

The problematic function you have been using looks something like this:

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What Went Wrong?

The issue here arises from how you update the new_filter. Notably, the new_filter is being overwritten in every iteration of the loop, which results in only the last entry being saved.

The Solution

To resolve this issue, we need to modify the logic slightly. The corrected approach involves ensuring each key that matches the conditions is appended to the new filter structure rather than overwriting it. Here's how to do it:

Revised Implementation

The revised function should look like this:

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Key Changes

New Filter Template: Instead of modifying the same new_filter, create a new instance (new_filter_template) each time a match is found.

Append to Children: Ensure the new_filter is appended to the children list of the main filters variable.

Conclusion

Working with nested dictionaries can often lead to unintended consequences if the structure isn’t correctly handled. By adjusting your approach to create new instances of filters for each relevant key, you can effectively manage the inclusion of multiple entries without losing any data. This method not only helps in maintaining the integrity of your data but also enhances the clarity and maintainability of your code.

Implementing this solution will enable you to capture all the necessary keys from your nested dictionary seamlessly, leading to more robust and reliable test automation scripts. Happy coding!