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Basic Syntax and Data Types

Understanding the basic syntax and data types in Python is crucial for anyone
beginning their journey in programming. Python employs an intuitive and straightforward
syntax that enhances readability, making it an excellent choice for new programmers.

Basic Syntax
In Python, code blocks are defined by indentation rather than braces or keywords,
which is a distinguishing feature of the language. For example, a simple if statement
looks like this:
x = 10
if x > 5:
print("x is greater than 5")

Here, the code inside the if condition is indented, which indicates that it's part of the
conditional block. This approach reduces clutter and makes the code easier to follow.

Data Types
Python has several built-in data types that serve different purposes:
1. Integers: These are whole numbers, either positive or negative, without
decimals. For example:
age = 25

2. Floats: These represent real numbers and are written with a decimal point. For
example:
price = 19.99

3. Strings: Strings are sequences of characters enclosed in single or double


quotes. For instance:
name = "Alice"
greeting = 'Hello, ' + name

4. Booleans: This data type represents one of two values: True or False. Booleans
are often used in conditional statements:
is_student = True

Example Usage
When using these data types, you can perform various operations. For instance, you
can combine strings, perform arithmetic with integers and floats, or evaluate conditions
with booleans. Here’s an example that brings all these elements together:
x = 10
y = 5.5
name = "Bob"

result = x + y
print(f"{name} has a total of {result}.")

This code calculates the sum of an integer and a float, then formats and prints the result
along with a string. Understanding these basic components is the first step towards
mastering Python programming.

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