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What are Python dataclasses?

Dataclasses reduce boilerplate for data-carrying classes by generating methods like `__init__` and `__repr__`.

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What are Python dataclasses?

Dataclasses reduce boilerplate for data-carrying classes by generating methods like `__init__` and `__repr__`.

  • Great for structured data
  • Supports defaults and type hints
  • Not the same as full validation models

What are Python dataclasses?