CPython contribution guidelines
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CPython contribution guidelines are the official rules and best practices that explain how to propose, develop, test, and submit changes to the core Python interpreter and standard library.
All labels observed (3)
| Label | Occurrences |
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| CPython contribution guidelines canonical | 2 |
| CPython Dev Guide | 1 |
| Python core development | 1 |
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Target entity: CPython contribution guidelines Context triple: [Python Developer Guide, governs, CPython contribution guidelines]
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A.
Python Enhancement Proposals
Python Enhancement Proposals (PEPs) are the formal design documents that propose, specify, and document new features, processes, and standards for the Python programming language.
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B.
Python reference implementation (CPython)
Python reference implementation (CPython) is the original and most widely used implementation of the Python programming language, written in C and serving as the de facto standard for Python behavior and compatibility.
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Python Steering Council
The Python Steering Council is the core governance body responsible for guiding the development and direction of the Python programming language.
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Cython
Cython is a programming language and compiler that extends Python with static typing and direct C/C++ integration to generate fast, optimized extension modules.
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E.
PEP 13: Python Language Governance
PEP 13: Python Language Governance is the Python Enhancement Proposal that defines the structure, responsibilities, and election process of the Python Steering Council, establishing the project's formal governance model.
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
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Target entity: CPython contribution guidelines Target entity description: CPython contribution guidelines are the official rules and best practices that explain how to propose, develop, test, and submit changes to the core Python interpreter and standard library.
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A.
Python Enhancement Proposals
Python Enhancement Proposals (PEPs) are the formal design documents that propose, specify, and document new features, processes, and standards for the Python programming language.
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B.
Python reference implementation (CPython)
Python reference implementation (CPython) is the original and most widely used implementation of the Python programming language, written in C and serving as the de facto standard for Python behavior and compatibility.
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C.
Python Steering Council
The Python Steering Council is the core governance body responsible for guiding the development and direction of the Python programming language.
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D.
Cython
Cython is a programming language and compiler that extends Python with static typing and direct C/C++ integration to generate fast, optimized extension modules.
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E.
PEP 13: Python Language Governance
PEP 13: Python Language Governance is the Python Enhancement Proposal that defines the structure, responsibilities, and election process of the Python Steering Council, establishing the project's formal governance model.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (52)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
software contribution guidelines
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technical documentation ⓘ |
| alignedWith |
PEP 1
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PEP 13 ⓘ PEP 7 ⓘ PEP 8 ⓘ Python Enhancement Proposal process ⓘ |
| appliesTo |
CPython
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linked to:
Python reference implementation (CPython)
Python interpreter ⓘ Python standard library ⓘ |
| coversProcess |
developing patches for CPython
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proposing changes to CPython ⓘ reviewing pull requests ⓘ submitting pull requests to CPython ⓘ testing changes to CPython ⓘ triaging issues ⓘ |
| defines |
backporting policy
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bug triage workflow ⓘ deprecation policy ⓘ documentation contribution process ⓘ review process for CPython changes ⓘ roles of core developers ⓘ rules for merging pull requests ⓘ security issue handling process ⓘ |
| documentedIn |
Python Developer’s Guide
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linked to:
Python Developer Guide
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| goal |
ensure code quality in CPython
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maintain consistency in CPython codebase ⓘ make contribution process transparent ⓘ reduce friction for new contributors ⓘ |
| hostedOn |
CPython Dev Guide
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linked to:
CPython contribution guidelines
python.org ⓘ
linked to:
Python (programming language)
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| maintainedBy |
Python Steering Council
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Python core developers ⓘ |
| recommends |
backwards compatibility consideration
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clear commit messages ⓘ discussing large changes on python-dev or relevant mailing lists ⓘ following PEP 7 for C code ⓘ following PEP 8 for Python code ⓘ opening an issue on the CPython issue tracker before large changes ⓘ small, focused pull requests ⓘ using the CPython build and test tools ⓘ writing regression tests for bug fixes ⓘ |
| requires |
adding or updating tests for behavior changes
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compliance with Python code style ⓘ running test suite ⓘ signed Contributor License Agreement ⓘ updating documentation for user-visible changes ⓘ |
| targetAudience |
Python core developers
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experienced CPython contributors ⓘ new CPython contributors ⓘ |
| usesPlatform | GitHub ⓘ |
| usesWorkflow | pull request based development ⓘ |
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Subject: CPython contribution guidelines Description of subject: CPython contribution guidelines are the official rules and best practices that explain how to propose, develop, test, and submit changes to the core Python interpreter and standard library.
Referenced by (4)
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linked to: CPython contribution guidelines