Recursively combine identical sibling elements in XSLT

Question

How can I merge all sibling elements with the same name and the same attributes into a single element using XSLT? The transformation should also be applied recursively to c

Answer 1

If you are using XSLT2 you should be able to use the grouping facility. Here is an early tutorial:

http://www.xml.com/pub/a/2003/11/05/tr.html

Here is a later one written by a group who produces excellent tutorials:

http://www.zvon.org/xxl/XSL-Ref/Tutorials/index.html

If you are restricted to XSLT1 it's possible but harder.

If you are still stuck try Dave Pawson's FAQ: http://www.dpawson.co.uk/xsl/sect2/N4486.html