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#378 Python is on the edge

Python Bytes

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Exploring Time Handling and Testing in Python Libraries

Exploring the significance of using a library for handling time in Python and the vital role of monotonic time in maintaining accuracy through system clock changes. The chapter also delves into the necessity of incorporating tests in code libraries to ensure dependable functionality, despite the test coverage provided by calling code, while acknowledging the difficulties in crafting meaningful tests, particularly when interfacing with unpredictable external APIs.

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