# News

Namespaces in Python—What You Need to Know

Python’s namespace system can be sneaky… ever hit a weird NameError or had a variable act unexpectedly?

Real Python has a great breakdown of how namespaces and scope really work—without frying your brain. It’s a must-read if you’re building larger apps or just want to avoid subtle bugs. 👉 Check out the article here.

Why Python Isn't Just JSON with Functions

On the surface, Python looks a lot like JSON—but don’t be fooled. Under the hood, it’s far more expressive (and complex).

This piece from Marimo breaks down why treating Python like “JSON with functions” leads to design problems, and how understanding Python’s structure can help you write more intentional code.

If you’ve ever designed a config system, API payload, or domain model… this one will hit home. 👉 Read the full article here.

# Community

In the ArjanCodes Discord, AnxoNuevo sparked a fantastic thread about transitioning from Java to Python—and realizing they might be overusing singletons in their FastAPI microservices. The conversation quickly turned into a goldmine of practical alternatives: using app.state, dependency injection, module-level state, and even lifespan events.

Whether you’re building background schedulers, managing API tokens, or just want cleaner code architecture, this thread is packed with tips you’ll want to see.

👉 Curious how others solve this in production? Join the conversation on Discord and level up your Python service design!

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