In this 1-hour hands-on Python programming project, you will learn how to use decorators to modify behaviors of functions without changing the source code. You’ll study common use cases like timing, logging, caching and more. By the end, you’ll be able to transparently add features to functions using custom decorators.
Python Decorator Functions
Python Decorator Functions
Taught in English
Instructor: Noah Gift
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1 hour
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What you'll learn
Apply timing, logging and caching decorators in Python
Delay execution of functions using decorators
Create custom decorators for new behaviors
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Beginner level
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1 hour
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In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Review syntax for defining and applying decorators
Time a function's execution with a decorator
Log arguments and return values with a decorator
Cache return values to avoid repeat expensive computations
Postpone function execution with a delay decorator
Implement a custom decorator for validation
Decorate class methods and static methods
Nest multiple decorators to combine functionality
Recommended experience
Basic Python knowledge
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