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 - `_db_com.py`: (Internal dependency at SHSF Runner level) Database communication module.
 - `requirements.txt`: Python dependencies.
 
+**Note:** `__pycache__/` is auto-generated by Python and is ignored via `.gitignore`.
+
 ## Usage in SHSF
 
 This script is intended to be deployed as a serverless function using SHSF. Ensure that all required environment variables are set in your Function.
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