from caseconverter import snakecase

class GeometryObject:
    """A base class for geometry objects.
    This base class provides some consistent behavior for all geometry objects.

    Note: This class uses some advanced techniques which you aren't expected to
    understand. If you're interested, by all means keep reading, and ask a teacher
    if you have questions. 
    """

    def __new__(cls, value):
        """Overrides default constructor to support construction from other objects.
        When value is an instance of CustomClass, checks cls for a `from_custom_class` 
        method which will be called to produce a new instance. 
        """
        method_name = value.__class__.__name__