# News

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Simplifying Python Data Validation

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Pydantic is one of the most popular libraries for data validation in Python (I’ve even created a few videos on it—check one out here).

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Everything I Learned About Technical Debt

In his article, Erik Bernhardsson compares technical debt to real debt. He explains how you borrow resources now but pay back more later. 💸

Bernhardsson talks about the “interest rate” of technical decisions. He stresses how important it is to acknowledge and manage technical debt. Using practical examples, he illustrates when to take on or avoid technical debt, ensuring you make informed decisions that benefit your projects in the long run.

Want to learn how to strategically handle technical debt? Click here to read the full article.

# Community

Synacktra, one of our community members, has shared a post about the tool-parse library, which makes calling tools for LLMs simpler and more efficient. If you’re into Python, AI, or working with LLMs, this could be right up your alley! 💡

Curious to dive in? Head over to our Discord server and take a look for yourself. Feel free to drop your feedback or join the conversation in the thread! 💬

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