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SDiHALF edited this page Nov 15, 2024 · 1 revision

Following are the best practices to follow while writing code in python:

  1. Follow the PEP 8 Style Guide:
    • PEP 8 is the official style guide for Python code.
    • It ensures consistency, readability, and adherence to conventions.
    • Use 4 spaces for indentation.
    • Limit lines to 79 characters.
    • Use meaningful variables and function names.
    • Include comments and docstrings where necessary.
  2. Write Modular and Reusable Code:
    • Functions and Classes: Break your code into smaller functions and classes that serve a single purpose.
    • Modules and Packages: Organize your code into modules and packages for better structure and reuse.
  3. Use Version Control
  4. Ensure Code Readability and Maintainability: Use Comments and Documentation, Docstring.
  5. Handle Exceptions Gracefully
  6. Write Tests
  7. Follow security best practices
  8. Optimize for Performance
  9. Use Dependency Management
  10. CI/CD
  11. Logging and Monitoring
  12. Adopt Config-Driven Development
  13. Write Idiomatic Python
  14. Ensure Compatibility
  15. Code review and pair Programming
  16. Automation and Scripting

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