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Learn how to resolve the `Undefined variable: row` error in Laravel when attempting to delete a record by ID. This comprehensive guide walks you through making the necessary code adjustments for smooth functionality.
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Handling Deletion of Records in Laravel: A Quick Guide

In today's web application development, managing data is a crucial task that often leads to challenges. One common issue faced by developers is related to record deletion in Laravel. If you've encountered an error message in your Laravel application stating, "Undefined variable: row," while trying to delete an employee record, you've come to the right place. In this guide, we will explore the reason behind this error and provide a step-by-step solution to fix it.

Understanding the Problem

When attempting to delete a record from the database using Laravel, you may have noticed the following error caused by the following line in your form:

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The error message indicates that the variable $row is undefined. This usually happens because the variable $row is not declared at that point in your code. Here, you actually intended to reference an existing variable which, in this case, is $user.

Solution: Fixing the Undefined Variable Issue

To resolve this error, we need to change the reference from $row to $user. This adjustment reflects the loop iteration variable you defined earlier. Below, we will walk through the code that needs modification for the delete functionality to operate correctly.

Step 1: Modify Your Blade View

Locate the block of code where you defined the form for deleting an employee. It should look something like this:

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Change it to use the $user variable:

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Updated Code Snippet

Here is how your modified Blade template should appear:

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Step 2: Verify Your Controller Code

Next, ensure your controller handles the delete request properly. The delete function in your DashboardController looks good as it currently is:

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This function correctly retrieves the user by ID and deletes the record, redirecting back to the employees' list.

Step 3: Check Your Routes

Ensure that your routes are properly set up to handle the DELETE request:

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Conclusion

By correcting the variable reference in your Blade template, the deletion functionality should work smoothly without throwing any errors. Always ensure that the variables used in your forms are correctly defined to avoid similar Undefined variable errors in the future. Happy coding, and enjoy your journey with Laravel!

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