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Memory Problems, Did Collector Forget to Clean the Garbage?

EuroPython Conference via YouTube

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Explore memory management in Python and learn how to optimize code for better performance in this 31-minute conference talk from EuroPython 2022. Gain insights into CPython's memory allocation process, common memory errors in production code, and effective solutions. Discover the intricacies of garbage collection, including reference counting, reference cycles, and generational garbage collection. Examine real-world examples with code snippets and screenshots to understand how to identify and resolve memory issues in your own projects. Delve into the Python gc module and its applications for improved memory efficiency.

Syllabus

Introduction
Memory issues
Memory Allocation
CPython's Garbage Collection
Reference counting
Reference Cycles
Generational Garbage Collection
Python gc module

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