Advanced Topics
7 Topics
1
Metaprogramming
Code that generates or manipulates code at runtime
Advanced Python — frequently probed in senior roles
2
Memory Management
Understanding Python memory, GC, and optimization
Performance interviews — very common at FAANG
3
C Extensions
Writing Python extensions in C for performance
Performance optimization — advanced interviews
4
Cython
Python superset that compiles to C for near-native speed
Speed optimization and scientific computing
5
Packaging and Distribution
Creating and distributing Python packages professionally
Library development and DevOps
6
Performance Optimization
Profiling, benchmarking, and making Python code faster
Production systems — critical for senior roles
7
Python Internals
How CPython works under the hood — bytecode, GIL, PVM
Deep understanding — distinguishes senior engineers