Making all variables global

Question

I have a function in my Python script where multiple variables are created, and I want to use them in other functions. I thought of using global for this but I thought it would be the incorrect way to do so.

So can anyone tell me what would be the best way to create variables in a function for other functions?

Answer 1

Organize the variables into a class. Instantiate the class in one function and then pass the instance to wherever you need it.

Rule of thumb: If making something global seems like a good solution at some point, don't do it. There is always a better way.

Answer 2

You could create a "namespace" object -- an object which functions as a namespace for the purpose of keeping your global namespace clear:

class namespace():
    pass

global_data=namespace()

def add_attributes(obj):
    obj.foo="bar"

add_attributes(global_data)
print (global_data.foo)  #prints "bar"

However, this is only marginally better than using the global keyword. You really do want a class here as mentioned by Paul.