'Wrapper for function with variable execute time
I have a function that, depending on the input, can take seconds or days to execute (no set time limit). If the function execution is long running, I need to take certain actions on a regular interval (like recording the log every 5 min). I want to implement a wrapper that does this activity on regular interval but proceed as soon as the function execution completes. Check and sleep does not work for me as I do not want to waste time sleeping even though the function execution is complete.
Solution 1:[1]
The first solution coming to mind is building a decorator where the wrapper starts a thread, which then logs whatever you wish and you terminate the thread when the execution ends.
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| Solution | Source |
|---|---|
| Solution 1 | NoBlockhit |