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High-Performance Python with C Programming
Ascendient Learning's High-Performance Python with C training course focuses on supporting legacy C code for Python Extensions and writing new highly performant code with Cython. This course also...
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Ascendient Learning's High-Performance Python with C training course focuses on supporting legacy C code for Python Extensions and writing new highly performant code with Cython. This course also teaches attendees how to employ the NumPy C API to make NumPy arrays available in C routines.
Skills Gained
- Profile Python applications to identify performance bottlenecks
- Understand the speed gains of Cython and C extensions and how to choose the best option for a given application.
- Interface Python with C using ctypes FFI, C extensions, and Cython
- Debug Python and C code using VS Code
- Use the NumPy C API
Prerequisites
Attendees must have completed Ascendient Learning's C Programming for Python Developers course or have equivalent experience, including many years of continuous Python and C experience.
Course Details
Training Materials
All Advanced C/Python training students receive comprehensive courseware.
Software Requirements
- A virtual machine (VM) with all tools pre-installed will be provided.
- Students will receive setup instructions for their local machine, but no support will be provided in class to get it working if it has problems.
- Students will need RDP or SSH to access the VM; even those planning to work locally need remote access if their local setup has problems.
Outline
- Introduction
- Profiling and Debugging
- Debugging Python and C code with VS Code
- Profiling Python Applications
- Speed Gains of Cython
- Speed Gains of C Extensions
- CPU-bound vs. IO-bound
- How to Choose the Best Option
- Interfacing Python with C
- CTypes FFI
- C Extensions
- Cython
- CTypes FFI
- Compile C code to a Shared Object
- Load Shared Object into Python
- Call C Functions from Python
- Python Structure Class
- Python Binary Formatted Strings
- C Extensions
- Learn to use the Python C API documentation
- Basic Structure of a C Extension
- Compiling C Extensions
- Import C Extensions in Python
- Packaging C Extensions
- Using PyObject
- Managing Memory and Reference Counting
- Challenges of Multithreaded Programming and the GIL
- Challenges of Asynchronous Programming
- NumPy and C Extensions
- Learn to use the NumPy C API documentation
- Using NumPy Arrays with C Code
- Passing NumPy Arrays to a C Extension
- Creating NumPy Arrays in a C Extension
- Using the NumPy C API
- Cython
- What is Cython?
- Installing Cython
- Compile Python Code
- Python Code Decorations with Cython
- Create Python Extensions with Cython
- Challenges of Multithreaded Programming and the GIL
- Challenges of Asynchronous Programming
- Conclusion
Schedule
FAQ
Does the course schedule include a Lunchbreak?
Classes typically include a 1-hour lunch break around midday. However, the exact break times and duration can vary depending on the specific class. Your instructor will provide detailed information at the start of the course.
What languages are used to deliver training?
Most courses are conducted in English, unless otherwise specified. Some courses will have the word "FRENCH" marked in red beside the scheduled date(s) indicating the language of instruction.
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GTR stands for Guaranteed to Run; if you see a course with this status, it means this event is confirmed to run. View our GTR page to see our full list of Guaranteed to Run courses.
How do I find an Ascendient Learning training location?
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Which delivery formats are available?
At Ascendient Learning, we offer training that is Instructor-Led, Online, Virtual, and Self-Paced.
Does Ascendient Learning deliver group training?
Yes, we provide training for groups, individuals and private on sites. View our group training page for more information.
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As a vendor-authorized training partner, we offer a curriculum that our partners have vetted. We use the same course materials and facilitate the same labs as our vendor-delivered training. These courses are considered the gold standard and, as such, are priced accordingly.
Is the training too basic, or will you go deep into technology?
It depends on your requirements, your role in your company, and your depth of knowledge. The good news about many of our learning paths, you can start from the fundamentals to highly specialized training.
How up-to-date are your courses and support materials?
We continuously work with our vendors to evaluate and refresh course material to reflect the latest training courses and best practices.
Are your instructors seasoned trainers who have deep knowledge of the training topic?
Ascendient Learning instructors have an average of 27 years of practical IT experience and have also served as consultants for an average of 15 years. To stay current, instructors spend at least 25 percent of their time learning new, emerging technologies and courses.
Do you provide hands-on training and exercises in an actual lab environment?
Lab access is dependent on the vendor and the type of training you sign up for. However, many of our top vendors will provide lab access to students to test and practice. The course description will specify lab access.
Will you customize the training for our company’s specific needs and goals?
We will work with you to identify training needs and areas of growth. We offer a variety of training methods, such as private group training, on-site of your choice, and virtually. We provide courses and certifications that are aligned with your business goals.
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You will get access to the PDF of course books and guides, but access to the recording and slides will depend on the vendor and type of training you receive.
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