Add input validation for division by zero in divide_numbers()

[Vedavyasa21]

Feature description

Currently, the divide_numbers(a, b) function in maths/division.py performs basic division but lacks input validation for zero denominators. While Python’s built-in behavior raises a ZeroDivisionError, adding explicit validation would make the function more robust and user-friendly — especially for beginners using this repository to learn algorithms.

This feature would ensure that the function provides clearer feedback and better error handling, aligning with educational best practices

def divide_numbers(a, b):
    if b == 0:
        raise ValueError("Cannot divide by zero. Please provide a non-zero denominator.")
    return a / b

[ADITI-MISHRA310]

@Vedavyasa21 are you working on this, or can I take?

[Vedavyasa21]

You can try.

[ADITI-MISHRA310]

Thanks @Vedavyasa21, going to work on this and will soon update here only.

[ADITI-MISHRA310]

@Vedavyasa21 there is no division.py file in maths/, can you confirm

[Vedavyasa21]

If the file maths/division.py does not exist, please confirm the correct path for the function or module where division logic resides (e.g., maths/basic_operations.py or maths/arithmetic.py).

[dargmuesli]

The issue and comments by @Vedavyasa21 appear to be AI slop. @Vedavyasa21I see you're trying to get onboard with open source development, but this is spam. Make sure your AI does not hallucinate.

@cclauss please moderate this

[Vedavyasa21]

Hey @dargmuesli I used AI for description but idea itself was mine. I’m still learning how to contribute properly and did not want to create spam or confusion.

[dargmuesli]

Please indicate the source of the divide_numbers function then.