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Python Functions Class Notes

Functions in Python are reusable blocks of code that perform specific tasks, improving code organization and readability. They can be built-in or user-defined, and can accept parameters and return values. Key concepts include variable-length arguments, recursion, and the advantages of using functions such as code reusability and easier debugging.

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Python Functions Class Notes

Functions in Python are reusable blocks of code that perform specific tasks, improving code organization and readability. They can be built-in or user-defined, and can accept parameters and return values. Key concepts include variable-length arguments, recursion, and the advantages of using functions such as code reusability and easier debugging.

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Python Functions - Class Notes

Definition:

A function is a reusable block of code that performs a specific task. Functions help reduce repetition,

make code more organized, and improve readability.

Syntax:

def function_name(parameters):

# code block

return value (optional)

Example:

def greet(name):

print("Hello", name)

greet("Alice") # Output: Hello Alice

Advantages of Using Functions:

- Code reusability

- Easier to debug and manage

- Reduces code length

Types of Functions:

1. Built-in Functions: Functions like print(), len(), int(), etc.

2. User-defined Functions: Functions created by users using 'def' keyword.

Parameters and Arguments:

- Parameters: Placeholders in function definitions.


- Arguments: Actual values passed to functions.

- Types: Positional, Keyword, Default, Variable-length (*args, **kwargs)

Return Statement:

Functions may return a value using 'return' keyword.

Example:

def add(a, b):

return a + b

result = add(5, 3)

print(result) # Output: 8

Variable-length Arguments:

*args - for variable number of positional arguments

**kwargs - for variable number of keyword arguments

Example:

def show(*args):

for arg in args:

print(arg)

Recursion:

A function that calls itself is known as a recursive function.

Example:

def factorial(n):

if n == 1:
return 1

return n * factorial(n - 1)

print(factorial(5)) # Output: 120

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