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Would a section on performance be of interest?

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Description

I feel like a section on common performance pitfalls in Python could be highly useful, not only to new Python programmers but also as a reference for intermediate programmers and up.

Potentially such a section could also include tips on how to profile and/or benchmark Python code.

Would this fit within the scope of this guide?

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The issue proposes adding a guide section on Python performance pitfalls, profiling, and benchmarking. No files, tests, or entry points are named, and the scope is posed as an open question; first review the guide's scope and structure, then define the section content and acceptance criteria before implementation.

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Assessment

Tech stack
python
Domain
documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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