How does Python determine if two objects are actually the same thing?
In short: This video explains the default behavior Python uses to compare objects and demonstrates how you can customize this process to suit your specific programming needs.
By default, Python evaluates object equality based on identity. This means the computer checks whether two variables refer to the exact same location in memory rather than comparing their contents.
To change this behavior, you can implement the __eq__() method within your classes. This allows you to define custom logic for what makes two objects equal, giving you control over how your code handles comparisons.
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