Integrating Python with Edge Computing

Best practices for writing Python code that runs on edge devices, focusing on performance and resource constraints.

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{
  "rules": [
    {
      "name": "optimize-memory-usage",
      "description": "Ensure efficient memory usage in Python code for edge devices",
      "applyTo": "**/*.py",
      "checks": [
        {
          "type": "function",
          "pattern": ".*",
          "conditions": [
            {
              "type": "memory_usage",
              "threshold": "low"
            }
          ],
          "message": "Optimize memory usage by using generators and avoiding large in-memory data structures."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "limit-cpu-intensive-operations",
      "description": "Avoid CPU-intensive operations that can degrade performance on edge devices",
      "applyTo": "**/*.py",
      "checks": [
        {
          "type": "function",
          "pattern": ".*",
          "conditions": [
            {
              "type": "operation",
              "pattern": ".*(sort|complex_computation).*"
            }
          ],
          "message": "Consider optimizing or offloading CPU-intensive operations to maintain performance."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "use-efficient-libraries",
      "description": "Encourage the use of lightweight and efficient libraries suitable for edge computing",
      "applyTo": "**/*.py",
      "checks": [
        {
          "type": "import",
          "pattern": ".*",
          "conditions": [
            {
              "type": "library",
              "pattern": ".*(numpy|pandas).*"
            }
          ],
          "message": "Consider using lightweight alternatives to heavy libraries like numpy or pandas for better performance on edge devices."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "implement-error-handling",
      "description": "Ensure robust error handling to maintain stability on edge devices",
      "applyTo": "**/*.py",
      "checks": [
        {
          "type": "function",
          "pattern": ".*",
          "conditions": [
            {
              "type": "error_handling",
              "exists": false
            }
          ],
          "message": "Implement error handling to gracefully manage exceptions and maintain system stability."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "minimize-dependencies",
      "description": "Reduce the number of external dependencies to enhance reliability and reduce attack surface",
      "applyTo": "**/*.py",
      "checks": [
        {
          "type": "import",
          "pattern": ".*",
          "conditions": [
            {
              "type": "dependency_count",
              "threshold": "low"
            }
          ],
          "message": "Minimize external dependencies to improve reliability and security on edge devices."
        }
      ]
    }
  ]
}