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Quick Tip: Use breakpoint() instead of import pdb; pdb.set_trace()

Debugging is an essential part of the development process, and Python provides a built-in debugger, pdb, to help you step through your code. However, setting up a breakpoint using import pdb; pdb.set_trace() can be cumbersome.

Fortunately, Python 3.7 introduced a convenient shortcut: the breakpoint() function. This built-in function allows you to set a breakpoint at any point in your code with a simple function call.

To use breakpoint(), simply add it to the line where you want to pause execution. When your code reaches this line, it will drop into the debugger, allowing you to inspect variables, step through code


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