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Python Generators: How Lazy Execution Works Under the Hood
Generator functions in Python return an iterator immediately without executing any code. The function body runs only when next() is called, suspending after each yield. This lazy evaluation enables memory-efficient iteration over large datasets.
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A clear explanation of a core Python concept, but unlikely to change how most developers write code day-to-day.
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