Python multiprocessing Module
Example
Print CPU count (no processes started):
import multiprocessing
print(multiprocessing.cpu_count())
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Definition and Usage
The multiprocessing module lets you run code in parallel using processes.
Use it to bypass the GIL for CPU-bound tasks and to share data between processes with queues and pipes.
Members
| Member | Description |
|---|---|
| cpu_count() | Return the number of CPUs in the system. |
| Process | Class to create and manage a separate process. |
| Queue | Process-safe FIFO queue for communication between processes. |
