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Mapping Functions in

Python
Welcome to this presentation exploring the power of mapping functions
in Python. We'll delve into their core concepts, practical
implementations, and real-world applications.
What is a Mapping Function?
Transforming Data Iterators as Input
Mapping functions apply a specific operation to each Mapping functions work with iterables like lists, tuples, or
element of an iterable, creating a new iterable with sets, applying the operation to each element.
transformed values.
Syntax and Usage of map()
Syntax Usage
map(function, iterable) The function argument
defines the operation, and the
iterable argument provides
the data to be transformed.
Mapping with Lambda Functions
1 1. Concise Expressions 2 2. Inline Operations
Lambda functions are anonymous functions that can They streamline code by defining the transformation
be used within map to apply a simple operation. function directly within the map function call.
Mapping with List
Comprehension
Step 1: Define the Transformation
1 Define the operation to be applied to each element using
list comprehension syntax.

Step 2: Iterate Through the Iterable


2 The iterable is iterated through implicitly, and the
transformation is applied to each element.

Step 3: Construct the Result


3 A new list is created containing the results of the
transformation applied to each element.
Mapping Multiple Iterables

Multiple Iterables Zip Function


The map function can take The zip function is commonly used
multiple iterables as arguments, to create an iterator of tuples
applying the operation to from multiple iterables.
corresponding elements.
Benefits of Using Mapping Functions

Code Readability
1 Mapping functions promote a clean and concise coding style.

Efficiency
2 They offer a streamlined and efficient way to perform
transformations.

Flexibility
3 Mapping functions can be used with various iterables and
transformations.
Real-World Mapping
Function Examples

1
Data Cleaning
Mapping functions can be used to standardize data formats, remove
outliers, and prepare datasets for analysis.

2
Data Transformation
Mapping functions are essential for transforming data into different
units or scales, such as converting temperatures from Celsius to
Fahrenheit.

3
Data Analysis
Mapping functions are valuable tools for applying statistical operations
to data, such as calculating the average, median, or standard deviation
of a dataset.

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