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 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.
Mykyta Sherstianykh (Thoughtseize1)
Katie McLaughlin (glasnt)
Jennifer Davis (iennae)
Holt Skinner (holtskinner)
dependabot[bot]
David Cavazos (davidcavazos)
Nick Chittle
Krupal Shah (krupalshah6996)
Daniel Sanche (daniel-sanche)
Artur Piotr Izaak Laskowski (apilaskowski)
Sampath Kumar (msampathkumar)
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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.
Here are some of the most recent issues created and updated:
Issue #12325: The readme.md
file shows "How to run a sample" but there's no requirements.txt
in the referenced folder.
Issue #12163: iam.cloud-client.snippets.quickstart_test
: test_quickstart
failed.
Issue #12096: Update Composer dependencies to match with Airflow 2.9.1.
Issue #12095: Turn on 3.11 Composer tests.
Issue #12075: snippets_test
: test_list_languages_with_target
failed.
Issue #12074: snippets_test
: test_list_languages
failed.
Issue #12053: Infinite Streaming Not Working with Google Speech-to-Text API v2.
Issue #12042: dataflow.custom-containers.ubuntu.e2e_test
: test_custom_container_ubuntu
failed.
Issue #12020: 401 Deadline exception when using Imagen Python.
Issue #12012: FHIR Batch Delete Based on a List of Resource IDs in Google Cloud Healthcare API.
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.
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.
PR #12557: fix(gae): resolve linting issues in main_test.py
pytest
definitions for Python 3+.PR #12554: chore(deps): bump flask-cors from 3.0.10 to 5.0.0
flask-cors
dependency to a newer version, which includes breaking changes regarding private network access.PR #12553: chore(deps): update dependency black to v24.8.0
black
code formatter to a newer version, ensuring better compatibility and performance.PR #12552: chore(deps): update dependency azure-storage-blob to v12.22.0
PR #12551: chore(deps): update dependency apache-airflow-providers-postgres to v5.12.0
PR #12550: chore(deps): update apache/beam_python3.11_sdk docker tag to v2.59.0
PR #12544: Update poll.js to include XML Header in fetch request
PR #12541: feat: compute create reservation from template sample
PR #12535: DRAFT: (DO NOT MERGE) Test models
PR #12534: chore: refactored samples, to make them follow copy-paste-run approach
... (Additional PRs continue similarly)
The current set of pull requests showcases several key themes and trends within the Google Cloud Platform Python Samples repository:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
VladaZakharova
Katie McLaughlin (glasnt)
Mykyta Sherstianykh (Thoughtseize1)
Jennifer Davis (iennae)
Holt Skinner (holtskinner)
dependabot[bot]
David Cavazos (davidcavazos)
Nick Chittle
Krupal Shah (krupalshah6996)
Daniel Sanche (daniel-sanche)
Artur Piotr Izaak Laskowski (apilaskowski)
Sampath Kumar (msampathkumar)