4.4 - Using the contextlib Module for Simpler Context Managers
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What is the function of the contextlib module?
💡 Hint: Think about Python modules that help with resource management.
Describe how the @contextmanager decorator is used.
💡 Hint: Is this related to traditional class definitions?
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What is the purpose of the contextlib module in Python?
💡 Hint: Think about how unnecessary code can be avoided.
True or False: A context manager can automatically close resources even if an exception occurs.
💡 Hint: What happens when the with block ends?
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Create a context manager that reads a configuration file, processes its content, and handles errors gracefully.
💡 Hint: Think about error handling techniques within the context.
Explain how context managers are beneficial when dealing with multiple resources. Write an example to illustrate your point.
💡 Hint: Consider using a comma in the with statement to join resource management.
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