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Flaky Tests and Documentation Gaps Challenge GoogleCloudPlatform/python-docs-samples' Stability

The GoogleCloudPlatform/python-docs-samples repository, a collection of Python samples for Google Cloud services, is experiencing increased activity due to recurring flaky tests and documentation gaps, raising concerns about the reliability of its testing framework.

Recent Activity

Recent issues highlight a pattern of test failures, particularly within the videointelligence samples, indicating potential instability. For instance, #12163 and #12075 both report test failures, complicating debugging efforts due to their intermittent nature. Additionally, documentation gaps, such as the missing requirements.txt in #12325, could hinder user experience. The development team has been actively addressing these issues through various commits and pull requests.

Development Team and Recent Activities

  1. Mykyta Sherstianykh (Thoughtseize1)

    • 32 commits: Focused on adding new samples and refactoring existing code.
  2. Katie McLaughlin (glasnt)

    • 4 commits: Updated dependencies for improved project health.
  3. Jennifer Davis (iennae)

    • 7 commits: Removed deprecated samples and fixed linting issues.
  4. Holt Skinner (holtskinner)

    • 5 commits: Updated documentation for Vertex AI.
  5. dependabot[bot]

    • 5 commits: Automated dependency updates.
  6. David Cavazos (davidcavazos)

    • 4 commits: Fixed dependencies in Dataflow examples.
  7. Nick Chittle

    • 2 commits: Added Firestore snippets.
  8. Krupal Shah (krupalshah6996)

    • 1 commit: Updated reCAPTCHA Enterprise samples.
  9. Daniel Sanche (daniel-sanche)

    • 1 commit: Added inequality samples for Firestore.
  10. Artur Piotr Izaak Laskowski (apilaskowski)

    • 1 commit: Removed outdated Airflow code.
  11. Sampath Kumar (msampathkumar)

    • 5 commits: Updated generative AI examples.

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Recent GitHub Issues Activity

Timespan Opened Closed Comments Labeled Milestones
7 Days 0 0 0 0 0
30 Days 202 200 3 6 1
90 Days 214 200 43 6 1
1 Year 241 200 422 6 1
All Time 4341 4279 - - -

Like all software activity quantification, these numbers are imperfect but sometimes useful. Comments, Labels, and Milestones refer to those issues opened in the timespan in question.

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Quantified Commit Activity Over 30 Days

Developer Avatar Branches PRs Commits Files Changes
Mykyta Sherstianykh 5 19/14/3 32 182 4618
None (vipul7499) 3 10/4/3 18 25 3756
Jennifer Davis 3 6/4/1 7 54 3038
thokalavinod 1 0/2/0 2 13 1585
Jack McCluskey 1 0/0/0 1 9 642
Daniel Sanche 1 1/1/0 1 9 482
Chloe Condon 1 1/1/0 1 9 479
Stepan Rasputny (BigBlackWolf) 2 2/0/1 2 12 399
Holt Skinner 2 3/3/0 5 17 304
NickChittle 1 2/2/0 2 3 281
Katie McLaughlin 1 4/4/0 4 42 242
David Cavazos 2 2/2/0 4 9 231
Nito Buendia 1 1/1/0 1 12 216
Veronica Wasson 1 1/1/0 1 7 207
Owl Bot 7 0/0/0 10 14 150
Sampath Kumar 2 3/2/1 5 16 106
Emanuel Burgess 1 3/3/0 3 5 83
kewent 1 0/1/0 1 2 48
Hannah Tsai 1 1/1/0 1 2 39
Artur Piotr Izaak Laskowski 1 0/1/0 1 1 35
Krupal Shah 1 1/1/0 1 3 17
None (riathakkar) 1 1/0/0 2 1 16
Mend Renovate 1 10/5/3 5 6 14
Rim Vilgalys 1 1/1/0 1 2 12
Brian Dorsey 1 1/1/0 1 6 12
Carl Lundin 1 1/1/0 1 2 11
dependabot[bot] 2 8/2/6 3 4 10
VladaZakharova 1 1/1/1 1 1 5
Camie Kim 1 1/1/0 1 1 4
Bo Shi (bshi) 0 1/0/0 0 0 0
Nicholas Cook (irataxy) 0 1/0/0 0 0 0
Ashutosh sharma (ashuison) 0 1/0/1 0 0 0
Alessio Buraggina (tdbhacks) 0 1/0/1 0 0 0
None (tvalentyn) 0 1/0/1 0 0 0

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Recent Activity Analysis

The GoogleCloudPlatform/python-docs-samples repository currently has 62 open issues, with a notable increase in activity over the past month, particularly concerning test failures across various samples. A recurring theme is the presence of flaky tests, especially within the videointelligence samples, indicating potential instability in the testing environment or codebase. Additionally, there are several issues related to missing files or documentation gaps that could hinder user experience.

Several issues have been marked as "flaky," suggesting that they fail intermittently rather than consistently, which complicates debugging and resolution efforts. This pattern raises concerns about the reliability of the testing framework and the overall quality assurance processes in place.

Issue Details

Here are some of the most recent issues created and updated:

  1. Issue #12325: The readme.md file shows "How to run a sample" but there's no requirements.txt in the referenced folder.

    • Priority: P2
    • Status: Open
    • Created: 20 days ago
    • Updated: 13 days ago
  2. Issue #12163: iam.cloud-client.snippets.quickstart_test: test_quickstart failed.

    • Priority: P2
    • Status: Open
    • Created: 26 days ago
    • Updated: 14 days ago
  3. Issue #12096: Update Composer dependencies to match with Airflow 2.9.1.

    • Priority: P2
    • Status: Open
    • Created: 35 days ago
  4. Issue #12095: Turn on 3.11 Composer tests.

    • Priority: P2
    • Status: Open
    • Created: 35 days ago
    • Updated: 31 days ago
  5. Issue #12075: snippets_test: test_list_languages_with_target failed.

    • Priority: P2
    • Status: Open
    • Created: 41 days ago
    • Updated: 38 days ago
  6. Issue #12074: snippets_test: test_list_languages failed.

    • Priority: P2
    • Status: Open
    • Created: 41 days ago
    • Updated: 38 days ago
  7. Issue #12053: Infinite Streaming Not Working with Google Speech-to-Text API v2.

    • Priority: P2
    • Status: Open
    • Created: 48 days ago
  8. Issue #12042: dataflow.custom-containers.ubuntu.e2e_test: test_custom_container_ubuntu failed.

    • Priority: P2
    • Status: Open
    • Created: 49 days ago
  9. Issue #12020: 401 Deadline exception when using Imagen Python.

    • Priority: P2
    • Status: Open
    • Created: 57 days ago
  10. Issue #12012: FHIR Batch Delete Based on a List of Resource IDs in Google Cloud Healthcare API.

    • Priority: P3
    • Status: Open
    • Created: 59 days ago

The issues reflect a mix of bugs, feature requests, and documentation gaps, with many related to test failures and missing dependencies that could impact users' ability to run samples effectively. The recurring nature of flaky tests suggests a need for improved stability in the testing framework or sample implementations.

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Report on Pull Requests

Overview

The analysis of the pull requests (PRs) from the Google Cloud Platform Python Samples repository reveals a diverse range of updates, including dependency upgrades, sample improvements, and new feature implementations. The repository currently has 41 open PRs, with various contributors actively enhancing the codebase.

Summary of Pull Requests

  1. PR #12557: fix(gae): resolve linting issues in main_test.py

    • State: Open
    • Created by: Jennifer Davis
    • Significance: Addresses linting issues that are blocking the merging of another PR (#12544). Comments indicate failing tests due to missing pytest definitions for Python 3+.
  2. PR #12554: chore(deps): bump flask-cors from 3.0.10 to 5.0.0

    • State: Open
    • Created by: dependabot[bot]
    • Significance: Updates the flask-cors dependency to a newer version, which includes breaking changes regarding private network access.
  3. PR #12553: chore(deps): update dependency black to v24.8.0

    • State: Open
    • Created by: Mend Renovate
    • Significance: Updates the black code formatter to a newer version, ensuring better compatibility and performance.
  4. PR #12552: chore(deps): update dependency azure-storage-blob to v12.22.0

    • State: Open
    • Created by: Mend Renovate
    • Significance: Updates the Azure Storage Blob library, which may include important security and performance improvements.
  5. PR #12551: chore(deps): update dependency apache-airflow-providers-postgres to v5.12.0

    • State: Open
    • Created by: Mend Renovate
    • Significance: Updates the Airflow provider for Postgres, likely improving functionality or compatibility with newer versions.
  6. PR #12550: chore(deps): update apache/beam_python3.11_sdk docker tag to v2.59.0

    • State: Open
    • Created by: Mend Renovate
    • Significance: Updates the Docker tag for Apache Beam SDK, ensuring that users have access to the latest features and fixes.
  7. PR #12544: Update poll.js to include XML Header in fetch request

    • State: Open
    • Created by: riathakkar
    • Significance: Fixes a specific issue related to XML headers in fetch requests, which is crucial for proper API interactions.
  8. PR #12541: feat: compute create reservation from template sample

    • State: Open
    • Created by: Stepan Rasputny
    • Significance: Introduces a new sample for creating reservations in Google Compute Engine, expanding the repository's offerings.
  9. PR #12535: DRAFT: (DO NOT MERGE) Test models

    • State: Open (Draft)
    • Created by: Mykyta Sherstianykh
    • Significance: A draft PR indicating ongoing work on testing models; not ready for review or merging yet.
  10. PR #12534: chore: refactored samples, to make them follow copy-paste-run approach

    • State: Open
    • Created by: Stepan Rasputny
    • Significance: Refactors samples for better usability, aligning with best practices for easy execution.
  11. ... (Additional PRs continue similarly)

Analysis of Pull Requests

The current set of pull requests showcases several key themes and trends within the Google Cloud Platform Python Samples repository:

Dependency Management

A significant number of PRs focus on updating dependencies (e.g., flask-cors, requests, django, tensorflow). This reflects an ongoing commitment to maintain up-to-date libraries that enhance security and performance while also ensuring compatibility with newer Python versions. The use of automated tools like Dependabot and Mend Renovate indicates a proactive approach to dependency management.

Sample Improvements

Many PRs aim at improving existing samples or adding new ones that demonstrate specific functionalities (e.g., creating reservations in Compute Engine or handling batch predictions). This is crucial for user engagement as it helps developers understand how to implement GCP services effectively.

Code Quality and Linting

Several PRs address linting issues and code quality improvements (e.g., resolving linting issues in tests). This is essential for maintaining a clean codebase that adheres to best practices, making it easier for contributors to collaborate on the project.

Community Engagement

The involvement of multiple contributors suggests an active community around this repository, with discussions around code quality, testing strategies, and feature implementations being common in comments on PRs. This collaborative environment is vital for fostering innovation and ensuring that the samples remain relevant and useful.

Notable Anomalies

  • The presence of draft PRs indicates ongoing experimentation or development work that has not yet reached a stable state.
  • Some PRs have been marked as "Do Not Merge," suggesting that contributors are using them primarily for testing purposes or as placeholders while they finalize their changes.
  • A few older PRs remain open without recent activity, which could suggest areas where additional attention is needed or where contributors may have lost interest.

Conclusion

Overall, the pull request activity within this repository demonstrates a healthy balance between maintaining existing code quality and introducing new features that leverage Google Cloud's capabilities. The focus on dependency updates and sample enhancements aligns well with best practices in software development, ensuring that users have access to reliable and effective resources as they work with GCP services through Python. Continued monitoring of older PRs and encouraging contributions will be essential for sustaining this momentum moving forward.

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Repo Commits Analysis

Development Team and Recent Activity

Team Members and Recent Activities

  1. VladaZakharova

    • Recent Activity:
    • 1 commit: Fixed a script to pause/unpause DAGs in Composer environment.
    • Collaborated with no other team members noted.
  2. Katie McLaughlin (glasnt)

    • Recent Activity:
    • 4 commits:
    • Updated dependencies for Google Cloud Translate and Django.
    • Removed arbitrary equality comparisons in code.
    • Collaborated with dependabot[bot] on dependency updates.
  3. Mykyta Sherstianykh (Thoughtseize1)

    • Recent Activity:
    • 32 commits:
    • Added new samples for batch jobs with custom labels, simplified speech samples, and refactored existing code.
    • Collaborated with Owl Bot on various updates.
    • Ongoing work on multiple features including batch job creation and sample simplifications.
  4. Jennifer Davis (iennae)

    • Recent Activity:
    • 7 commits:
    • Removed deprecated samples from AutoML and fixed linting issues.
    • Collaborated with no other team members noted.
  5. Holt Skinner (holtskinner)

    • Recent Activity:
    • 5 commits:
    • Updated Vertex AI Gemini Grounding documentation and added new examples.
    • Collaborated with Owl Bot on updates.
  6. dependabot[bot]

    • Recent Activity:
    • 5 commits:
    • Bumped various dependencies across multiple files.
    • No collaboration with team members noted.
  7. David Cavazos (davidcavazos)

    • Recent Activity:
    • 4 commits:
    • Fixed dependencies and updated Dockerfiles for Dataflow examples.
    • Collaborated with no other team members noted.
  8. Nick Chittle

    • Recent Activity:
    • 2 commits:
    • Added snippets for Firestore vector search distance parameters.
    • Collaborated with no other team members noted.
  9. Krupal Shah (krupalshah6996)

    • Recent Activity:
    • 1 commit:
    • Updated create_assessment.py in reCAPTCHA Enterprise samples.
    • Collaborated with no other team members noted.
  10. Daniel Sanche (daniel-sanche)

    • Recent Activity:
    • 1 commit:
      • Added Firestore and datastore multiple inequality samples.
      • Collaborated with no other team members noted.
  11. Artur Piotr Izaak Laskowski (apilaskowski)

    • Recent Activity:
    • 1 commit:
      • Removed load_only due to an error in old Airflow versions.
      • Collaborated with no other team members noted.
  12. Sampath Kumar (msampathkumar)

    • Recent Activity:
    • 5 commits:
      • Updated generative AI examples and added new evaluation metrics.
      • Collaborated with Owl Bot on updates.

Patterns, Themes, and Conclusions

  • The development activity is robust, with significant contributions from Mykyta Sherstianykh, who has been heavily involved in adding features and simplifying existing code across various samples. This indicates a focus on improving usability and maintainability within the project.
  • Katie McLaughlin has been active in updating dependencies, which is crucial for maintaining the health of the project as it evolves alongside external libraries.
  • Jennifer Davis's work on removing deprecated samples suggests an ongoing effort to keep the repository clean and relevant.
  • The presence of automated tools like dependabot indicates a commitment to keeping dependencies up to date without requiring manual intervention, which can streamline development efforts.
  • Collaboration between team members appears to be common, especially involving shared contributions with Owl Bot for automated updates, reflecting a collaborative culture within the team.
  • The variety of tasks being addressed—from feature additions to bug fixes and documentation updates—demonstrates a well-rounded approach to software development that balances new feature development with necessary maintenance work.