Why Exceptions Are Just Sophisticated Gotos - and How to Move Beyond

🔊 Recorded at PyCon DE & PyData 2025, April 23, 2025
https://2025.pycon.de/program/S8MUBF/

🎓 Eon Energy demonstrates how Python powers enterprise ML operations across multiple countries, from rapid prototyping to production-scale automated inspection systems.

Speakers:
Florian Wilhelm

Description:
In this presentation, Christel Fleber, Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Eon Energy Distribution, examines Python's role in fostering innovation and collaboration across enterprise-scale data science projects. Drawing from experience implementing machine learning solutions in energy distribution, Fleber demonstrates how Python enables standardized development practices through robust toolchains, modular code organization, and automated quality controls. The talk explores practical implementations of MLOps principles, including model development pipelines, deployment strategies, and monitoring systems across multiple environments. Through concrete examples from Eon's operations, Fleber illustrates Python-based solutions for image analysis of cable cabinets, drone-based power line inspections, and vegetation management using satellite and LiDAR data. The presentation highlights how Python facilitates cross-organizational collaboration through Eon's Data and AI Hub platform, enabling consistent development practices across multiple countries. A particular focus is placed on maintaining code quality through automated testing, linting, and standardized development environments. The discussion encompasses both technical implementation details and organizational considerations, demonstrating how Python serves as a foundation for scalable, maintainable machine learning systems in production environments.

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About:
Python Softwareverband e.V.:
PySV is a non-profit that promotes the use and development of Python in Germany through events, education, and advocacy, fostering an open Python community.

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supports open-source scientific computing by providing financial and logistical support to key projects like NumPy and Jupyter, promoting sustainable development and collaboration.

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is a non-profit fostering innovation in AI and tech by connecting experts and promoting knowledge exchange through events and collaborative initiatives.