What is the difference between line profiling and function profiling?

What is the difference between line profiling and function profiling?

Line profiling measures the time spent on each individual line of code, while function profiling measures the time spent in each function.

When should I use line profiling over function profiling?

Use line profiling when you need detailed insights into specific lines of code, especially in performance-critical sections.

Can you give me an example of a tool for each type of profiling?

For line profiling, you can use tools like 'line_profiler', and for function profiling, 'cProfile' is a popular choice.

Are there any downsides to using line profiling?

Yes, line profiling can introduce overhead and may not be suitable for profiling large applications due to the detailed granularity.