python-imports

To organize Python imports for maintainability, group them by standard library, third-party, and local application modules. This separation creates explicit boundaries that clarify dependencies and improve overall project readability.

The best way to structure Python imports is to prioritize absolute imports over relative ones for clarity and searchability. You should only use relative imports specifically within `__init__.py` files to define module APIs.

You should use absolute imports instead of relative imports because they provide better code organization and searchability. Absolute paths make it explicitly clear where modules are located, which simplifies navigation and prevents import errors in larger projects.

To group imports in a Python file, order them sequentially by source: standard library modules first, followed by third-party packages, and ending with local application modules. This convention enforces clear dependency boundaries.

You need to use relative imports in Python primarily within `__init__.py` files. While absolute imports are recommended for general modules to ensure clarity, relative imports in `__init__.py` files help manage local package initialization cleanly.