title: input and output files for simulations
body: <p>I have to do some simulations. I am unsure how to properly handle the output and input files.</p>
  
  <p>I believe the input files should use a keyword pattern, something like:</p>
  
  <pre><code>Parameter = 0. 0. 1. 2. ...
  </code></pre>
  
  <p>Is this a useful approach? </p>
  
  <p>How do I handle this input in my code? Do I use a dictionary approach?</p>
  
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  <p>For the output, my simulations must be reproducible.</p>
  
  <p>This means I should always print out:</p>
  
  <ul>
  <li>the input parameters; and</li>
  <li>the seeds used; and</li>
  <li>the version of my simulation code. </li>
  </ul>
  
  <p>What is a good approach to do this?</p>