PyCon US Talks & Presentations

PyCon US

Peacock - Getting Started with Statically Typed Programming in Python 3.10

Explore static typing in Python 3.10, covering advantages, implementation, and new features. Learn about type hints, generics, and user-defined types to enhance code quality and development experience.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Why Should Async Get All The Love - Advanced Control Flow With Threads

Explore advanced threading techniques in Python, inspired by asyncio, Go, and Node, for improved control flow and performance in concurrent programming.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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If an Asyncio Task Fails in the Woods and Nobody Is Around to See It, Does It Make a Sound?

Discover bad asyncio patterns and learn effective solutions for bootstrapping, tear down, and code improvement in this insightful talk on handling production failures.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Testing Machine Learning Models

Explore techniques for testing ML/AI models beyond metrics, focusing on behaviors, usability, and fairness. Learn to identify risks, biases, and apply user-centric testing strategies.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Making Data Classes Work for You

Explore data classes in Python through practical examples, focusing on creating robust, self-validating types for improved code reliability and maintainability.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Actionable Insights vs Ranking - How to Use and How NOT to Use Code Quality Metrics

Explore code quality metrics in Python, their interpretations, and limitations. Learn to use metrics for better conversations about code quality and avoid common pitfalls in their application.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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How We Migrated 3.8 Million Lines of Python 2 Without Interrupting Development

Learn strategies for migrating large Python 2 codebases to Python 3 without disrupting development, including tools, techniques, and patterns for minimizing regressions and ensuring smooth rollout.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Improving App Performance with Snapshots

Learn to enhance app performance by optimizing database queries using the "snapshot-queries" library. Discover techniques for efficient Python coding and scaling without increased costs.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Harvest the Power of the GPU for Awesome Special Effects

Explore GPU-powered graphics with OpenGL shaders in Python using the Arcade library. Learn shader basics, integration, and create stunning visual effects.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Managing the Test Data Nightmare

Strategies for managing test data efficiently, covering preparation, control, and best practices to avoid common pitfalls in software testing.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Leveraging a Custom CPython Data Model for High Performance

Explore high-performance microprocessor design using a custom CPython data model for efficient data analysis, visualization, and problem-solving in integrated circuit development.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Let's Talk About JWT

Explore JSON Web Tokens (JWTs), their applications in user tracking and API authorization, and learn best practices for safe implementation in your projects.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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D&D and G - A Daring Tale of Dungeons and Dragons and Also Graph

Explore graph algorithms through a D&D adventure! Learn to convert mazes and networks into graphs, and discover practical applications for 8 key algorithms in this intuitive, story-driven presentation.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

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Comparing the Different Ways to Scale Python and Pandas Code

Explore scaling Python and Pandas code with Fugue, a unified interface for distributed computing. Learn to execute functions across Pandas, Spark, and Dask for efficient data workflows.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

PyCon US

What to Do When the Bug Is in Someone Else's Code

Strategies for handling bugs in external libraries: workarounds, monkey patching, vendoring, and forking. Learn to navigate and resolve issues when the problem lies outside your codebase.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk