async-python-patterns

Review async Python code for event-loop safety and concurrency risks.

Updated Mar 29, 2026
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Skill: async-python-patterns
Source: https://github.com/jamesogunsan/prod-eng-skills/tree/main/plugins/python-development/skills/async-python-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jamesogunsan/prod-eng-skills --skill async-python-patterns-jamesogunsan

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Async Python code often suffers from runtime risks such as blocking event loops, unbounded concurrency, and unclear cancellation semantics. This skill provides practical guidance to review async code for production readiness, focusing on event-loop safety, task boundaries, cancellation handling, bounded concurrency, blocking calls, and backpressure.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided checks for event-loop safety, blocking I/O on the event loop, and CPU-bound work in async tasks.
  • Verification of task creation, awaiting, supervision, and cleanup to prevent leaks.
  • Application to asyncio services, workers, and APIs to improve reliability and maintainability.

Quick Start

Review a given async Python module by checking event-loop safety, task management, cancellation, and bounded concurrency against the provided references.

Frequently Asked Questions about async-python-patterns

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I review async Python code for event-loop safety and blocking calls?

Review async Python code by checking for blocking I/O operations on the event loop and CPU-bound work inside async tasks. This ensures event-loop safety and prevents runtime bottlenecks in asyncio services and APIs.

Why does my asyncio task leak memory and how do I verify task cleanup?

asyncio tasks leak memory when task creation, awaiting, and supervision are improperly handled. Verify task boundaries and cleanup processes to prevent leaks and ensure proper task management in async Python workers.

What is the best way to handle cancellation semantics in asyncio services?

Handling cancellation semantics in asyncio services involves verifying clean error propagation and proper task supervision. This ensures that cancelled tasks terminate gracefully without leaving resources open or corrupting state.

How do I enforce bounded concurrency and backpressure in async Python workers?

Enforce bounded concurrency and backpressure in async Python workers by checking concurrency control limits during code review. This prevents unbounded concurrency risks and improves overall application reliability.

Does this async Python review process apply to both API endpoints and background workers?

This async Python review process applies directly to asyncio services, background workers, and APIs. It checks event-loop safety, task boundaries, and concurrency control to improve reliability and maintainability across these environments.