Define compensation logic inline with step.do() via a rollback option, executing in reverse step-start order if the workflow fails, eliminating manual try-catch compensation tracking.
June 29, 2026
Summary
Reduces boilerplate for handling partial failures in multi-step distributed workflows (fund transfers, payments, inventory ops). Each step owns its undo logic instead of scattered catch blocks, cutting complexity and replay bugs.
Why it matters
Reduces boilerplate for handling partial failures in multi-step distributed workflows (fund transfers, payments, inventory ops). Each step owns its undo logic instead of scattered catch blocks, cutting complexity and replay bugs.
Implementation verdict
Replaces manual compensation logic tracking outside step definitions. Requires idempotent rollback handlers and idempotency keys on external calls. Ship it now if you're building Workflows with external system calls; this is stable, not experimental.
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