The python sqlalchemy.MetaData.reflect function in SQLAlchemy is used to automatically load and introspect existing database structures into the SQLAlchemy metadata object. It allows the program to dynamically generate database table and column objects based on the structure of an existing database. This enables easier and more efficient interaction with the database, as developers can work with SQLAlchemy's high-level ORM (Object-Relational Mapping) tools without manually defining tables and columns. The reflect function is particularly useful in scenarios where the database schema is subject to frequent changes or when working with an existing database that needs to be integrated into a SQLAlchemy-based application.
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