str() — Advanced Examples

Converts a value to a string

str() protocol implementation

Implementing the protocol that str() uses under the hood.

python

# str() - implementing the protocol
class Custom:
    def __str__(self):
        return "custom result"

obj = Custom()
print(str(obj))

Understanding the dunder methods that str() calls helps you customize behavior for your own classes.

Handling unusual inputs and edge cases.

python

# str() edge cases
print("Edge case handling for str()")

# Type checking
print(type(42))

Knowing these edge cases prevents subtle bugs in production.

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