Best Practices with Modules in Python Programming

(Source: Gates, Steven. Python Programming for Beginners: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Mastering Python Coding in Less Than a Month (p. 85). Kindle Edition.)

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Best Practices with Modules in Python Programming

●  Use meaningful names: Choose descriptive names for your modules and functions. ●  Keep modules focused: Each module should have a clear purpose. ●  Avoid circular imports: Modules should not depend on each other in a circular way.  ●  Document your code: Include docstrings and comments to explain how to use your modules. ●  Organize code with packages: Use packages to group related modules together. 


Common Mistakes to Avoid 

●  Name conflicts: Be careful when naming variables and functions to avoid conflicts with module names. 

●  Incorrect import paths: Ensure your modules are in the correct directory or update the Python path. 

●  Using import *: Avoid using from module import * as it can lead to confusion. 

●  Forgetting __init__.py: When creating packages, always include an empty __init__.py file. 

●  Not installing required packages: Remember to install third-party libraries before importing them.


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