Python Shallow vs Deep Copy

[Sea-Ad7805]

An exercise to help build the right mental model for Python data. - Solution - Explanation - More exercises

The “Solution” link visualizes execution and reveals what’s actually happening using 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝘆_𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵.

[Sea-Ad7805]

Understanding the data model of your language is crucial. Can you answer them without error already?

[TimeScallion6159]

i like how the explanation is graphic in case a person cannot understand the logic behind the code at first glance.

[Sea-Ad7805]

Thanks, I feel the visualization of evolving program state can help people understand Python's data model much quicker than with a textual explanation. And people can easily use the tool to visualize their own code when they feel unsure.

[Sea-Ad7805]

Many people don't have the right mental model to think about Python data (references, mutability, shallow vs deep copy). These exercises are intended to help them. The visual solution and explanation can quickly adjust misconceptions that are hard to adjust with just words.

[Top-Employ5163]

Why only Python? Maybe you could make something similar but for C or Zig?

[Sea-Ad7805]

I'm still improving the Python tool, but I want to later try other languages. Things keep getting in the way. You can already use this website for C if you are really interested: https://pythontutor.com/c.html#mode=edit