Practical Notes

Some general usage notes from the trenches.

• Commands such as python -m gen-rdb and python -m make-elf can easily be installed in Astrobe's tool menu. In simple default set-ups they don't require arguments.

• On the other hand, once typed into a terminal, simply using the up-key to use the history is very fast and fluid as well; that's how I operate.

• I keep the debugger open during development, and simply re-load a new version of the program. Combined with the blazing speed of Astrobe, this results in a quick-turnaround workflow, while giving full debugging insights and control.

• See also Running the Python Tools

Last updated: 16 April 2026