Parallel Array Alignment Pattern

Maintain index synchronization between parallel arrays when adding new entries to preserve label-path mappings

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Parallel Array Alignment Pattern

When modifying bash scripts that use parallel arrays (e.g., SOURCE_LABELS and SOURCE_PATHS), ensure new entries are appended to both arrays at matching indices. The loop that consumes these arrays typically iterates by index: for i in "${!SOURCE_LABELS[@]}"; do ... "${SOURCE_LABELS[$i]}" ... "${SOURCE_PATHS[$i]}".

Before adding an entry, verify the current array length is identical across all parallel arrays. Add your new element to each array at the same position to prevent off-by-one misalignment that breaks the label-path relationship.

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