How can I optimize my Python code using Cython?

How can I optimize my Python code using Cython?

You can optimize your Python code by converting performance-critical parts into Cython. This allows you to compile Python code to C, which can significantly speed up execution.

What are the steps to get started with Cython?

First, install Cython using pip. Then, create a .pyx file for your Cython code, and write a setup.py script to compile it. Finally, run the setup script to generate the C extension.

Can you give me an example of a simple Cython function?

Sure! Here's a simple example:

def add(int a, int b):
    return a + b

You can compile this function and call it from your Python code.

What kind of performance improvements can I expect?

Performance improvements can vary, but Cython can often speed up your code by 2-100 times, especially in loops and numerical computations.