How does the skill know which Python version I am using?

It automatically inspects project files such as pyproject.toml, setup.py, or .python-version to identify your environment's requirements.

Is Dignified Python only for Dagster users?

No, while developed by the Dagster team, this skill provides general-purpose Python standards applicable to any software project.

Does this skill support older versions of Python?

The skill is specifically optimized for modern Python versions 3.10 through 3.13 to ensure the use of current best practices and syntax.

Can this skill help me design better APIs?

Yes, it includes advanced modules for API design, interface definition via ABCs and Protocols, and standardized function signatures.

Dignified Python Coding Standards

Name: Dignified Python Coding Standards
Author: dagster-io

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Developer Tools

Enforces production-grade Python standards and modern syntax for clean, maintainable code across versions 3.10 to 3.13.

Dignified Python is a comprehensive Claude Code skill designed to elevate Python code quality by applying production-tested patterns and modern language features. It automatically detects your project's specific Python version to provide tailored guidance on type hints, advanced exception handling using LBYL (Look Before You Leap) patterns, and efficient filesystem operations via pathlib. Whether you are refactoring legacy scripts, designing robust API interfaces with ABCs and Protocols, or building professional command-line tools, this skill ensures your code adheres to high-level professional standards for readability, maintainability, and performance.

Key Features

01Pathlib integration standards to replace legacy os.path operations

02Interface design guidance using Abstract Base Classes (ABC) and Protocols

03Modern type hint enforcement and advanced typing pattern implementation

04Automatic Python version detection (3.10-3.13) for targeted syntax guidance

05Production-tested exception handling and error boundary patterns

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Use Cases

01Conducting automated code reviews to ensure 'Pythonic' best practices

02Designing type-safe API interfaces and robust CLI tools with Click

03Refactoring legacy Python scripts to modern 3.10+ production standards

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add dagster-io/skills dignified-python

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