[Python-3000] Two proposals for a new list-like type: one modest, one radical

Raymond Hettinger python at rcn.com
Thu Apr 26 08:29:41 CEST 2007


[Raymond Hettinger on treelist being added to the collections module]
>> In practice, the code for BList is somewhat complex, and its desirability and performance in actual applications is unproven.
>> Fortunately, Py2.6 is still a long way off. My recommendation is that you release it right away as a third-party module and let 
>> the
>> hordes of Pythonistas test it in battle. With the code base thoroughly exercised and some positive user feedback, it would be 
>> hard
>> to say no to this going into Py2.6.

[Daniel Stutzbach]
> Will do.

I look forward to the announcement.


Raymond 


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