What are advanced features of namedtuples in Python?

What are advanced features of namedtuples in Python?

Namedtuples in Python offer features like default values, immutability, and the ability to extend functionality with methods.

Can you give an example of how to use default values in namedtuples?

Sure! You can use the defaultdict from the collections module to create a namedtuple with default values.

What about adding methods to namedtuples?

You can subclass namedtuples to add methods. For example, you can create a method to calculate the area if it's a rectangle.

Are namedtuples memory efficient compared to regular tuples?

Yes, namedtuples are more memory efficient than regular classes, as they use less memory while providing more readability.