Python memory leaks
debugging, memory-leaks, memory-management, python
Solution
Have a look at this article: Tracing python memory leaks
Also, note that the garbage collection module actually can have debug flags set. Look at the `set_debug` function. Additionally, look at this code by Gnibbler for determining the types of objects that have been created after a call.
Problem
I have a long-running script which, if let to run long enough, will consume all the memory on my system. Without going into details about the script, I have two questions: - Are there any "Best Practices" to follow, which will help prevent leaks from occurring? - What techniques are there to debug memory leaks in Python?