What are some popular Python benchmarking libraries?

What are some popular Python benchmarking libraries?

Some popular Python benchmarking libraries include timeit, pytest-benchmark, and asv. Would you like to know more about any of these?

Can you explain how to use timeit?

Sure! The timeit module allows you to time small bits of Python code. You can use it by calling timeit.timeit('code', number=1000) to run the code 1000 times and get the execution time.

What about pytest-benchmark?

pytest-benchmark is a plugin for pytest that allows you to benchmark your code easily. You can use it by adding the @pytest.mark.benchmark decorator to your test functions.

Are there any other libraries worth mentioning?

Yes, another notable library is asv (A Speedy Version), which is great for tracking performance over time and comparing different versions of your code.