13.10 - Best Practices in File Handling
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Practice Questions
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What should you always do after using a file?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when you leave a faucet running.
Which construct in Python helps manage file resources automatically?
💡 Hint: Remember the keyword used to open files safely.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What should you always do after writing to a file?
💡 Hint: Think about resource management.
True or False: Buffering can enhance performance during file operations.
💡 Hint: Consider how data is handled in blocks.
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Challenge Problems
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Create a Python function that reads a file, handles potential errors gracefully, and ensures the file is always closed properly even if an error occurs.
💡 Hint: Think about using 'with open()' syntax.
Describe a scenario in a multi-threaded application where not using file locks could cause problems. Illustrate the potential data inconsistency that could arise.
💡 Hint: Consider how concurrent modifications can conflict.
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Reference links
Supplementary resources to enhance your learning experience.
- Python File Handling: A Comprehensive Guide
- Error Handling in Java
- C++ File Handling
- Understanding Context Managers in Python
- Best Practices in Optimizing I/O Operations
- File Operations in C++
- Buffering in I/O Operations
- Avoiding Race Conditions in Java
- File Management in Python
- C++ Exception Handling