Is there a way to convert a python class into bytes?

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I want to send a python class from one computer to the other. In order to send data, it must be in byte form. I know I can do this with dictionaries, but I was wondering if there is a way to convert a class into bytes? I'd prefer to use something other than pickle, because I need something that is fast and efficient.

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@mkrieger1 I'd prefer not to use pickling because it tends to be slower. — CircuitSacul, May 25 '20 at 12:57
Then please ask a more specific question. You asked if there is a way to convert a class into bytes, and the answer is "yes, for example pickle". — mkrieger1, May 25 '20 at 12:58
Also, slower compared to what? Did you measure it against something else? — mkrieger1, May 25 '20 at 12:59
@mkrieger1 slower compared to converting a dictionary to json — CircuitSacul, May 25 '20 at 13:00

score 1 · Accepted Answer · answered May 25 '20 at 12:55

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You should take a look at pickle or jsonpickle. Those are the simplest libraries for Python serialization.

answered May 25 '20 at 12:55

Tihran

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I am creating a game, and I need something that is fast and efficient. Pickling is slow, what about jsonpickle? – CircuitSacul May 25 '20 at 12:56
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@LD it should be even slower. You are doing a network game replication, right? So you need to transfer data, like, every game frame? Then I would suggest creating a manual serialization when you gather only the most important data. Yes, it is a lot of work, but I think this is the only way to do it as fast as possible in Python. – Tihran May 25 '20 at 12:58
Ok, I will probably stick to using dictionaries then. Thanks – CircuitSacul May 25 '20 at 13:00

Is there a way to convert a python class into bytes?

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