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What is Python?

Python is a high-level, object-oriented interpreted programming language. That is often used for web applications, software development data science, and machine learning.

Why Learn Python?

Python has become a leader for both companies and developers. Python is well recognized for its ease of use and adaptability, making it the foundation for a wide range of applications, including data science, artificial intelligence, and web development. Its significance cannot be emphasized since it meets the sophisticated demands of seasoned experts while yet providing an approachable entry point for novices.

Of all coding languages, Python is the most versatile. Known for its readability and clear syntax, it's used by everyone from web developers to data scientists, and it is a great language for beginners to start Python.

Python is used in many different businesses, from analyzing large datasets at Netflix to powering Instagram's dynamic social network. The job prospects for those with proficiency in Python are increasing in tandem with the growing demand for such talents.

In this, Python course of series we have discussed many topics, in Python beginner. Let's discuss them briefly in this tutorial Intermediate Python Basics.

Let's see what we have covered in the Learn Python Beginner −

  • Python Introduction
  • Python Basics
  • Python Data Structures
  • Python Function
  • Python Modules
  • Python Object-Oriented
  • Python Error Handling
  • Python File Handling
  • Python Web Scraping

Python is a great language for beginners because of its well-organized grammar and ease of reading. Unlike many other programming languages, that use curly brackets to create code blocks, this language employs indentation. Semicolons are not required to finish statements in code; nevertheless, they can be used to divide numerous statements on a single line. Instead, each line of code usually ends with a newline character.

Python syntax refers to the set of rules that define how a Python program is written and interpreted. Python emphasizes readability, making it easier for developers to understand and maintain code.

Basic Syntax Elements

Variable and Data Types
Variables are used to store the data value and each variables have a specific data type.

Following is the list of data types that are used in the Python −

  • Integers: Whole number (e.g., age = 25)
  • Floats: Decimal number (e.g., height = 5.8)
  • Strings: Text (e.g., name = "letsupdateskills")
  • Lists: Ordered collection (e.g., numbers = [1, 2, 3, 4, 5])
  • Tuples: Immutable ordered collection (e.g., coordinates = (10, 20))
  • Dictionaries: Key-Value pairs (e.g., person = {"name" = "Aman", age = 30})

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