Being acquainted with Python is not enough. First and foremost for coding read Code Complete (McConnell) , for testing consult Software Testing Techniques (Beizer), for APIs contemplate Design Patterns (Freeman), and finally Select and study at least three real world databases - Open Edge (Relational), PostgreSQL (Object/Relational), Cache (Schema Less).

"Dead names: A name assigned to a person at birth which they no longer identify with. Most often used to refer to the assigned name of a trans person who has publicly identified themselves under a new name. Deliberately using a dead name is an act of hostility."

I suggest if you comply and address (them) by (their) "trans" name prefix it with AKA (Another Crazy A$$hole or is it Also Known As?).