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What Does if __name__ == "__main__" Do in Python?
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What Does if __name__ == "__main__" Do in Python?

Learn how to use Python's if __name__ == "__main__" idiom to control code execution. Discover its purpose, mechanics, best practices, and when to use or avoid it. This tutorial explores its role in managing script behavior and module imports for clean and effective Python programming.

Nov 30, 2024 intermediate best-practices

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