Python++ - Bringing Your Code to the Next Level

Discover advanced Python techniques for DevOps in this 19-minute conference talk from linux.conf.au. Learn how to elevate your coding skills beyond the basics, focusing on creating clean, understandable, and functional code. Explore best practices for managing Python environments, staying current with Python versions, and implementing effective naming conventions. Delve into the art of writing beautiful, simple code using Python idioms and proper commenting techniques. Gain insights on encapsulating behavior and state through class usage, and understand the benefits of utilizing an IDE for high-level programming. Equip yourself with strategies to maintain code clarity and efficiency as project complexity grows, ensuring easier feature additions and bug fixes in the long run.

Intro
One Python environment per project ! Don't use the system environment
Stay ahead of Python's versions • Use Python 3 • Use a tool to manage environments
Use naming conventions Make an effort to find good names Introduce methods to increase readability
WRITING BEAUTIFUL CODE There is beauty in simplicity.
LESS IS MORE Write code that is both functional and simple Use Python idioms where you can Comment only what you cannot say in code
Encapsulate behaviour as well as state Use classes - The door to a whole new world
Python is a high-level programming language. Use an IDE.