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1. Extending Python with C or C++ — Python 3.14.4 documentation

Let’s create an extension module called spam (the favorite food of Monty Python fans…) and let’s say we want to create a Python interface to the C library function system() [1]. This function takes a null-terminated character string as argument and returns an integer.

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What are your favorite extensions for VSCODE that make coding in Python easier?

*cracks knuckles* autoDocstring - because I want future me to not be angry at present me Error Lens - because I'm blind Even Better TOML - because anyone who hasn't switched over to pyproject.toml format should Jupyter - because data science pylens - because I'd like to know what dependencies have updated Python Indent - because I value my sanity Ruff - nice performant linter + isort functionality View Image for Python Debugging - if your data science work sometimes strays away from Jupyter notebooks, you'll understand why More on reddit.com

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Python extension methods - Stack Overflow

OK, in C# we have something like: public static string Destroy(this string s) { return ""; } So basically, when you have a string you can do: str = "This is my string to be destroyed"; news... More on stackoverflow.com

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A look into workflow tools - package management in the Python extension for VS Code - Packaging - Discussions on Python.org

I am one of the Program Managers working on the Python extension in VS Code! As part of my work, I have been taking a look at package management tools. The Python extension is considering ways in which we can improve the package management experience in the extension with a standard Python ... More on discuss.python.org

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VS Code Extensions for Python

Sure. Python-specific extensions: Jupyter - for working with Jupyter notebooks (if needed) Mypy - type checking Pylance - alternative tool for type checking Ruff - the best and only linter you'll need Generic extensions: CodeSnap - useful for sharing code in image form, primarily for social media. Basically https://carbon.now.sh but as an extension. Even Better TOML - for pyproject.toml files file-tree-generator - for sharing your directory structure but being too lazy to make one by hand Hex Editor - for the rare occasion you need to dig into binary files HexInspector - see numbers in other number bases on hover Live Preview - lets you render web pages within VS Code with auto-refresh Markdown All in One - because you'll generally see plenty of Markdown in projects Markdown Preview Enhanced Snyk Security - helps find common security issues WSL - Better WSL integration Theme-wise I'm also fond of Material Icon Theme, Monokai Charcoal High Contrast, and Doki-Theme, but those aren't exactly useful. More on reddit.com

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docs.python.org › 3 › extending › newtypes_tutorial.html

2. Defining Extension Types: Tutorial — Python 3.14.3 documentation

Python allows the writer of a C extension module to define new types that can be manipulated from Python code, much like the built-in str and list types. The code for all extension types follows a ...

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Extending and Embedding the Python Interpreter — Python 3.14.4 documentation

This document describes how to write modules in C or C++ to extend the Python interpreter with new modules. Those modules can not only define new functions but also new object types and their methods. The document also describes how to embed the Python interpreter in another application, for use as an extension language.

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November 3, 2021 - Working with Python in Visual Studio Code, using the Microsoft Python extension, is simple, fun, and productive. The extension makes VS Code an excellent Python editor, and works on any operating system with a variety of Python interpreters.

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r/learnpython on Reddit: What are your favorite extensions for VSCODE that make coding in Python easier?

June 28, 2023 -

I just learned about autoDocstring last night and I'm blown away how nice this extension is. It makes creating docstrings so much easier and automated. Personally, I'm a fan of Google's style for docstrings so that's what I've set my default to when generating docstrings!

Another favorite extension of mine is this linter: Ruff. However, it is a bit buggy in that it duplicates functions at the bottom of the file, but other than that I love it!

Lastly, this is not an extension, but I love the Black library and auto-saving my .py files with this formatting provider in VSCODE.

I'm curious what this communities' favorite extensions are that make coding in Python easier or automated?

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You can just modify the class directly, sometimes known as monkey patching.

def MyMethod(self):
      return self + self

MyClass.MyMethod = MyMethod
del(MyMethod)#clean up namespace

I'm not 100% sure you can do this on a special class like str, but it's fine for your user-defined classes.

Update

You confirm in a comment my suspicion that this is not possible for a builtin like str. In which case I believe there is no analogue to C# extension methods for such classes.

Finally, the convenience of these methods, in both C# and Python, comes with an associated risk. Using these techniques can make code more complex to understand and maintain.

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I would use the Adapter pattern here. So, let's say we have a Person class and in one specific place we would like to add some health-related methods.

from dataclasses import dataclass


@dataclass
class Person:
    name: str
    height: float  # in meters
    mass: float  # in kg


class PersonMedicalAdapter:
    person: Person

    def __init__(self, person: Person):
        self.person = person

    def __getattr__(self, item):
        return getattr(self.person, item)

    def get_body_mass_index(self) -> float:
        return self.person.mass / self.person.height ** 2


if __name__ == '__main__':
    person = Person('John', height=1.7, mass=76)
    person_adapter = PersonMedicalAdapter(person)

    print(person_adapter.name)  # Call to Person object field
    print(person_adapter.get_body_mass_index())  # Call to wrapper object method

I consider it to be an easy-to-read, yet flexible and pythonic solution.

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A look into workflow tools - package management in the Python extension for VS Code - Packaging - Discussions on Python.org

July 13, 2023 - As part of my work, I have been taking a look at package management tools. The Python extension is considering ways in which we can improve the package management experience in the extension with a standard Python install with only pip and venv.

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Building a Python C Extension Module – Real Python

June 27, 2023 - When you import your Python C extension module, PyInit_fputs() is the first method to be invoked. However, before a reference is returned to the Python interpreter, the function makes a subsequent call to PyModule_Create(). This will initialize the structures PyModuleDef and PyMethodDef, which hold meta information about your module.

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r/learnpython on Reddit: VS Code Extensions for Python

August 3, 2024 -

Hi everyone, can you share some of the VS Code extensions you use to improve your coding experience? I know the most common extensions, like Prettier, BetterComments and SpellChecker, but I'm sure there are some hidden gems out there, hope you can help me find some! Thank you all