Talks: Breathing Life into Python: Automated Cleanup of the Dead Code

Friday - May 17th, 2024 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. in Hall C

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Description

  • In this talk, we will talk about the often-overlooked issue of dead code and its significance.
  • We will explore not just the 'what' and 'how' of identifying unused code, but also the 'why'—emphasizing its crucial role in maintaining project health and agility.
  • This talk aims to provide Python developers with a clear, complete, and compelling understanding of dead code, its impacts, and effective strategies for its removal.
  • We will focus on practical solutions, showcasing the use of Python libraries Vulture and Deadcode, and demonstrate how to integrate these tools into your CI/CD pipelines for streamlined dead code removal.