Quick Tip: Use breakpoint() instead of import pdb; pdb.set_trace()
When debugging Python code, it's common to insert a line like import pdb; pdb.set_trace() to drop into a debugger and inspect the current state of your program. However, since Python 3.7, there's a more concise way to achieve the same result: breakpoint().
The breakpoint() function is a built-in shortcut that calls pdb.set_trace() under the hood, allowing you to set a breakpoint in your code without the need for an explicit import statement. This not only saves you a few keystrokes but also makes your code more readable.
To use breakpoint(), simply insert it at the point where you
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