When should I use Pydantic over standard dataclasses?

Use Pydantic when you require automatic data validation, complex JSON serialization, or are building API models. Standard dataclasses are preferred for simple internal data containers where performance is a priority and external validation is unnecessary.

Does this skill support immutable data structures?

Yes, it provides specific patterns for using 'frozen=True' in both standard dataclasses and Pydantic to ensure data integrity through immutability.

Does it include support for the attrs library?

Absolutely. It includes comprehensive examples of attrs-specific features like validators and converters which offer more flexibility than the standard library.

How does this skill handle mutable default values?

The skill demonstrates the correct use of default_factory for fields like lists or dictionaries to avoid the common Python pitfall of shared mutable defaults.

Python Data Modeling & Dataclasses

Name: Python Data Modeling & Dataclasses
Author: TheBushidoCollective

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Streamlines Python data modeling using dataclasses, attrs, and Pydantic for clean, type-safe structures with robust validation.

About

This skill empowers developers to master modern Python data structures by providing implementation patterns for standard library dataclasses, the feature-rich attrs library, and Pydantic's powerful validation framework. It bridges the gap between simple data containers and complex schema validation, offering domain-specific guidance on choosing the right tool for immutability, JSON serialization, and API-driven development. Whether you are building internal logic or external APIs, this skill ensures your data models are professional, efficient, and type-safe.

Key Features

Advanced validation and attribute conversion using the attrs library
Implementation patterns for Python's native dataclasses and field configurations
Expert guidance on inheritance, immutability, and memory-efficient slots
39 GitHub stars
Robust Pydantic model setup for API request/response and JSON handling
Comprehensive comparison guides to select the best tool for specific use cases

Use Cases

Implementing memory-efficient data structures for high-performance data processing
Creating immutable configuration objects and domain models for production systems
Building type-safe API request and response models with Pydantic validation

About

Key Features

Advanced validation and attribute conversion using the attrs library
Implementation patterns for Python's native dataclasses and field configurations
Expert guidance on inheritance, immutability, and memory-efficient slots
39 GitHub stars
Robust Pydantic model setup for API request/response and JSON handling
Comprehensive comparison guides to select the best tool for specific use cases

Use Cases

Implementing memory-efficient data structures for high-performance data processing
Creating immutable configuration objects and domain models for production systems
Building type-safe API request and response models with Pydantic validation