How can I make my Python code thread-safe?

How can I make my Python code thread-safe?

To make your Python code thread-safe, you can use threading locks, semaphores, or other synchronization primitives.

Can you give me an example of using a lock?

Sure! You can use the threading.Lock() class. Here's a simple example:

import threading

lock = threading.Lock()

def thread_safe_function():
    with lock:
        # critical section of code
        pass

What are the potential issues if I don't use locks?

Without locks, you may encounter race conditions, where multiple threads modify shared data simultaneously, leading to inconsistent results.

Are there any libraries that can help with thread safety?

Yes, libraries like concurrent.futures and multiprocessing can help manage threads and processes more safely.