When should I use namedtuple in Python?

When should I use namedtuple in Python?

You should use namedtuple when you want to create lightweight, immutable objects that have named fields, making your code more readable.

Can you give me an example of how to create a namedtuple?

Sure! You can create a namedtuple like this:

from collections import namedtuple

Point = namedtuple('Point', ['x', 'y'])
point = Point(10, 20)
print(point.x, point.y)  # Output: 10 20

What are the advantages of using namedtuple over a regular tuple?

Namedtuples provide better readability and self-documenting code since you can access fields by name instead of index.

Are there any performance considerations I should be aware of?

Namedtuples are generally more memory-efficient than regular classes, but they may have a slight overhead compared to regular tuples.