Add sentinel to async queue in wado_retrieve#240
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Co-authored-by: Kai Schlamp <kai.schlamp@gmail.com>
This reverts commit 2881b08.
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SummaryThis PR successfully addresses a race condition in the The Race ConditionOriginal Issue: In the previous implementation, the event loop could complete Root Cause: The code was using The FixThe sentinel pattern implemented here is a textbook solution for async producer-consumer problems:
Key changes in
Code QualityStrengths: Minor observations:
Test ImplementationThe test in Problem: The test demonstrates the race condition in the old implementation but doesn't actually test the new implementation with the sentinel fix. The test function What the test currently does:
Recommendation: The test should either:
Example of what a proper test might look like: @pytest.mark.asyncio
async def test_sentinel_prevents_race_condition():
"""Test that the sentinel pattern ensures all items are processed."""
results = []
async def wado_retrieve_with_sentinel():
queue = asyncio.Queue()
async def fetch():
for i in range(3):
await asyncio.sleep(0.0001)
queue.put_nowait(i)
fetch_task = asyncio.create_task(fetch())
async def add_sentinel_when_done():
await fetch_task
await queue.put(None)
asyncio.create_task(add_sentinel_when_done())
while True:
item = await queue.get()
if item is None:
break
results.append(item)
await asyncio.sleep(0.0003) # Simulate delay
await wado_retrieve_with_sentinel()
assert results == [0, 1, 2] # All items should be retrievedMissing Dependency NoteThe comment from @chatgpt-codex-connector mentions: However, I can confirm that RecommendationApprove with suggestions:
The sentinel-based approach is robust and eliminates the race condition effectively. Great work identifying and fixing this subtle concurrency bug! |
I really wonder why this was not catched by our lint rule which normally checks for this. But you also need to install ruff and I also recommend to active "format on save" in VSCode settings. |
Interesting. Setting my default formatter to ruff and setting "format on save" does take care of it. Before, I was running cli lint/cli format-code as well as uv run ruff check . --fix |
Pull Request Review: Add sentinel to async queue in wado_retrieveSummaryThis PR addresses a race condition in the Code Quality and Best PracticesStrengths ✅
Areas for Improvement 📋1. Test Quality (adit/dicom_web/tests/utils/test_wado_retrieve.py:1-76)Issue: The first test
Recommendation:
2. Error Handling (adit/dicom_web/utils/wadors_utils.py:75-79)Issue: The async def add_sentinel_when_done():
await fetch_task
await queue.put(None)
asyncio.create_task(add_sentinel_when_done())If Recommendation: async def add_sentinel_when_done():
try:
await fetch_task
finally:
await queue.put(None)
asyncio.create_task(add_sentinel_when_done())This ensures the sentinel is always added, even if fetch fails. The exception will still propagate from the main 3. Task Lifecycle Management (adit/dicom_web/utils/wadors_utils.py:79)Issue: The created task is not tracked, which can lead to warnings about unawaited tasks or make debugging harder. Recommendation: Store the task reference: sentinel_task = asyncio.create_task(add_sentinel_when_done())This suppresses asyncio warnings and makes the control flow more explicit. 4. Test Implementation Details (adit/dicom_web/tests/utils/test_wado_retrieve.py:45-76)Issue: Recommendation: Consider adding an integration test that:
Example structure: @pytest.mark.asyncio
async def test_wado_retrieve_processes_all_datasets(mocker):
# Mock the DicomOperator and QueryDataset
# Call actual wado_retrieve()
# Verify all datasets are yielded5. Code Style (adit/dicom_web/utils/wadors_utils.py:39-41)Minor: There's inconsistent blank line usage. The blank line was removed after the callback definition: def callback(ds: Dataset) -> None:
dicom_manipulator.manipulate(ds, pseudonym, trial_protocol_id, trial_protocol_name)
loop.call_soon_threadsafe(queue.put_nowait, ds)This is fine, but ensure it aligns with the project's style (Google Python Style Guide per CONTRIBUTING.md). Potential Bugs or IssuesCritical 🔴
Medium 🟡
Performance Considerations✅ No performance concerns:
Security Concerns✅ No security issues identified:
Test CoverageCurrent Coverage
Recommendations
SummaryOverall Assessment: ✅ Approve with recommendations This PR correctly identifies and fixes a real race condition. The sentinel pattern is the right approach. However, there are some improvements needed: Must Fix (before merge):
Should Fix (before merge):
Nice to Have:
The core fix is sound, but the error handling gap could cause production issues. With the Great work identifying and fixing this subtle race condition! 🎉 |
Pull Request ReviewThanks for this fix @samuelvkwong! This addresses an important race condition in the async queue handling. Overall, this is a solid improvement with good test coverage. ✅ Strengths
🔍 Code Quality Issues1. Potential Task Leak (adit/dicom_web/utils/wadors_utils.py:81)asyncio.create_task(add_sentinel_when_done())Issue: The task created here is not stored or awaited, which can lead to:
Recommendation: Store the sentinel task and ensure it completes: sentinel_task = asyncio.create_task(add_sentinel_when_done())Then ensure cleanup happens properly, or use task groups in Python 3.11+: async with asyncio.TaskGroup() as tg:
fetch_task = tg.create_task(...)
sentinel_task = tg.create_task(add_sentinel_when_done())2. Missing Exception Propagation (adit/dicom_web/utils/wadors_utils.py:75-79)The Current behavior: async def add_sentinel_when_done():
try:
await fetch_task # Exception is silently caught
finally:
await queue.put(None)Recommendation: Store and check the exception: async def add_sentinel_when_done():
try:
await fetch_task
except Exception as e:
await queue.put(None)
raise # Re-raise so the exception isn't lostActually, looking at the outer exception handling (lines 91-94), the exceptions should already be caught there. However, the current implementation might cause the generator to exit cleanly even if 3. Test Code in Production File (adit/dicom_web/tests/utils/test_wado_retrieve.py:105-177)The commented-out mock tests simulating the race condition should either be:
Recommendation: I'd suggest keeping these tests uncommented. They clearly demonstrate the problem and provide regression protection. The artificial delays make them a bit fragile, but they serve as executable documentation of the race condition. 🐛 Potential Bugs1. Edge Case: Empty Queue After Fetch FailureIf
This is probably the desired behavior, but it's worth verifying that an empty result set is acceptable when a retriable error occurs. 2. Queue Cleanup on ExceptionIf an exception occurs in the consumer loop (lines 83-89), the ⚡ Performance Considerations
🔒 Security ConcernsNo significant security issues identified. The changes don't introduce any new attack vectors. 📝 Style & Best Practices
🧪 Test CoverageExcellent! The new test:
Suggestion: Consider adding a test case for error handling: async def test_wado_retrieve_with_fetch_error(monkeypatch):
# Test that exceptions in fetch_task are properly propagated
class FakeDicomOperator:
def fetch_study(self, **kwargs):
raise RetriableDicomError("Connection failed")
# ... verify ServiceUnavailableApiError is raised📋 SummaryOverall Assessment: ✅ Approve with minor suggestions This is a well-thought-out fix for a real concurrency issue. The sentinel pattern is the correct solution, and the test coverage is excellent. The main concerns are:
The fix significantly improves the reliability of the Recommendation: Approve after addressing the unawaited task issue. The other points are minor and can be addressed in follow-up work if needed. |
Pull Request Review: Add sentinel to async queue in wado_retrieveSummaryThis PR addresses a legitimate race condition in the Code Quality & Best Practices ✅Strengths:
Observations:
Bug Fixes & Correctness ✅Race Condition Fix:The PR correctly identifies and fixes the race condition:
Potential Issues:
Performance Considerations
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Code Review - PR #240: Add sentinel to async queue in wado_retrieveSummaryThis PR addresses a race condition in the Positive Findings1. Correctly Identifies and Fixes the Race Condition ✅The PR accurately identifies the race condition in the original implementation:
The sentinel pattern elegantly solves this by:
2. Excellent Test Coverage ✅The test file demonstrates strong testing practices:
The tests use appropriate delays to artificially trigger race conditions, making them reliable and meaningful. 3. Clean Refactoring ✅The new implementation is cleaner than the old one:
4. Type Safety Improvements ✅The queue type annotation was updated from Issues and Suggestions1. Potential Issue: Exception Handling with TaskGroup
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Code Review - PR #240: Add sentinel to async queue in wado_retrieveSummaryThis PR addresses a race condition in the ✅ Strengths1. Correct Problem IdentificationThe race condition is real and well-documented. The old implementation using 2. Elegant SolutionThe sentinel pattern is a well-established approach for this type of producer-consumer problem. Adding 3. Excellent Test Coverage
4. Cleaner CodeThe new implementation is more readable and easier to understand than the old 🔍 Issues & Concerns1. Redundant Task in TaskGroup (Minor Issue)File: async with asyncio.TaskGroup() as task_group:
fetch_task = task_group.create_task(fetch_coro)
task_group.create_task(add_sentinel_when_done(fetch_task))The async def fetch_and_add_sentinel():
await fetch_coro
await queue.put(None)
async with asyncio.TaskGroup() as task_group:
task_group.create_task(fetch_and_add_sentinel())
while True:
queue_ds = await queue.get()
if queue_ds is None:
break
yield queue_dsOr even simpler, don't use TaskGroup at all since there's only one background task: async def fetch_and_add_sentinel():
try:
await fetch_coro
finally:
await queue.put(None)
fetch_task = asyncio.create_task(fetch_and_add_sentinel())
try:
while True:
queue_ds = await queue.get()
if queue_ds is None:
break
yield queue_ds
finally:
await fetch_task # Ensure cleanup2. Exception Handling ComplexityFile: The
Consider: except ExceptionGroup as eg:
# Prioritize specific DICOM errors
retriable_errors = [e for e in eg.exceptions if isinstance(e, RetriableDicomError)]
if retriable_errors:
raise ServiceUnavailableApiError(str(retriable_errors[0]))
dicom_errors = [e for e in eg.exceptions if isinstance(e, DicomError)]
if dicom_errors:
raise BadGatewayApiError(str(dicom_errors[0]))
# Re-raise the exception group if no known error types
raise3. Type Annotation Precision (Nitpick)File: fetch_coro: Awaitable[None]This variable holds a coroutine, which is technically from typing import Coroutine
fetch_coro: Coroutine[Any, Any, None]Or simply omit the annotation since the type is inferred from the context. 4. Test Isolation Concerns (Minor)File: The race condition tests (
Recommendation: Either:
5. Missing Edge Case TestsConsider adding tests for:
🔒 SecurityNo security concerns identified. The change doesn't introduce new attack surfaces. ⚡ PerformanceImprovement: The sentinel pattern is slightly more efficient than the old Concern: The queue still uses thread-safe operations ( 📋 Style & Conventions
🎯 RecommendationsMust Fix:
Should Consider:
Nice to Have:
VerdictApprove with minor suggestions ✅ The core fix is sound and the test coverage is excellent. The suggested improvements are refinements rather than blockers. Great work identifying and fixing this subtle concurrency bug! 🤖 Generated with Claude Code |
Code Review for PR #240: Add sentinel to async queue in wado_retrieveSummaryThis PR fixes a race condition in the Strengths
Issues & Recommendations🔴 Critical: Exception Handling BugLocation: The exception handling logic has a significant flaw: except ExceptionGroup as eg:
for exc in eg.exceptions:
if isinstance(exc, RetriableDicomError):
raise ServiceUnavailableApiError(str(exc))
if isinstance(exc, DicomError):
raise BadGatewayApiError(str(exc))
raise # Re-raise if no handled exception foundProblem: When checking Recommended fix: except ExceptionGroup as eg:
for exc in eg.exceptions:
if isinstance(exc, RetriableDicomError):
raise ServiceUnavailableApiError(str(exc))
elif isinstance(exc, DicomError): # Use elif instead of if
raise BadGatewayApiError(str(exc))
raise # Re-raise if no handled exception foundAdditional consideration: The current implementation only handles the first exception in the 🟡 Medium: Potential Task Lifecycle IssueLocation: async def add_sentinel_when_done(task: asyncio.Task[None]) -> None:
try:
await task
finally:
await queue.put(None)
async with asyncio.TaskGroup() as task_group:
fetch_task = task_group.create_task(fetch_coro)
task_group.create_task(add_sentinel_when_done(fetch_task))Problem: You're creating a task from a coroutine ( However, there's a subtle issue: if Recommendation: Add a comment explaining the cancellation behavior: async def add_sentinel_when_done(task: asyncio.Task[None]) -> None:
"""Wait for fetch task to complete and add sentinel to signal end of stream.
The sentinel is added even if the task is cancelled, ensuring the consumer
loop always terminates cleanly.
"""
try:
await task
finally:
await queue.put(None)🟡 Medium: Test Quality IssuesLocation: The mock tests (
Recommendation: Either:
🟢 Minor: Type Annotation InconsistencyLocation: queue = asyncio.Queue[Dataset | None]()Good use of precise typing! However, verify this is consistent with your project's Python version requirements (Python 3.12+, as seen in pyproject.toml, so this is fine). 🟢 Minor: Import Statement StyleThe test file uses: from adit.dicom_web.utils import wadors_utilsThen references functions as from adit.dicom_web.utils.wadors_utils import wado_retrieveHowever, importing the module is necessary for monkeypatching, so this is actually correct. No change needed, but worth noting the reasoning. Performance Considerations✅ Good: The sentinel pattern adds minimal overhead - just one extra ✅ Good: Removing the
Security Considerations✅ No security concerns identified. The changes don't introduce any new attack surfaces or handle sensitive data differently. Compliance with Google Python Style Guide✅ Good adherence to the project's stated style guide RecommendationApprove with minor changes. The PR solves a real problem and includes good tests. The critical exception handling issue should be fixed before merging, but it's a simple change. Action Items
Great work on identifying and fixing this subtle race condition! |
Code Review: PR #240 - Add sentinel to async queue in wado_retrieveSummaryThis PR fixes a race condition in the wado_retrieve function where datasets could be skipped during async retrieval. The solution uses a sentinel pattern combined with asyncio.TaskGroup to ensure all datasets are processed. Overall, this is a well-designed fix with excellent test coverage. Strengths1. Problem Identification & Solution
2. Code Quality
3. Test Coverage
Issues & Recommendations1. Critical: Deadlock Risk in add_sentinel_when_doneLocation: adit/dicom_web/utils/wadors_utils.py:69-78 The current implementation awaits fetch_task inside add_sentinel_when_done, which creates a circular dependency. Both tasks are in the same TaskGroup, and if an exception occurs in fetch_task, the TaskGroup will wait for all tasks to complete before propagating the exception. This could cause the consumer loop to block indefinitely waiting for the sentinel. Recommendation: Don't await the fetch_task directly. Instead, poll for completion or use a simpler pattern without the nested task. 2. Exception Handling GapLocation: adit/dicom_web/utils/wadors_utils.py:90-97 Issues:
Recommendation: Use exception chaining (raise ... from eg) and explicitly handle all exception types. 3. Test ImprovementsThe test_race_condition test uses arbitrary sleep durations that may not reliably reproduce the race on all systems. Consider adding a comment noting this is a demonstration test and may not always reproduce the race consistently. Performance & Security
SummaryRecommendation: Request changes before merging The PR correctly identifies and solves a real concurrency bug, but the current implementation has a potential deadlock issue. The fix itself (sentinel pattern) is sound, but the implementation needs adjustment. Priority fixes:
Great work identifying this subtle race condition! The test demonstrating the problem is particularly valuable. |
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In the previous implementation of
wado_retrieve,fetch_taskis initially scheduled on the event loop. Inside the continuous loop, a newqueue_get_taskis scheduled on the event loop after the previousqueue_get_taskhas finished.There is a possible race condition in the following case:
The event loop could finish running
fetch_taskandasyncio.wait()returns immediately before the event loop can runqueue_get_taskfor the last element in the queue.My suggested fix is to schedule a task on the event loop that waits for
fetch_taskto finish running and then puts a sentinel in the queue. In the continuous loop, we wait for queue items, yielding each one unless it is a sentinel value in which case we break. This ensures no datasets are skipped.