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Study Guide - Learning Python for Beginners
Python Basics Study Guide
1. Introduction
- Python is a high-level, interpreted language known for its simplicity and readability.
2. Data Types
- int, float, str, list, tuple, dict, set
- Example: x = 5, name = "Alice", fruits = ["apple", "banana"]
3. Control Flow
- if/elif/else statements
- for and while loops
- break, continue, and pass
4. Functions
- def function_name(parameters):
# code block
- return statements
5. Modules and Libraries
- import math, import random, import datetime
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6. File Handling
- open(), read(), write(), close()
7. Error Handling
- try, except, finally
8. Practice Exercise
- Write a program that calculates the factorial of a number using a function.
Resources:
- Python.org
- Automate the Boring Stuff with Python by Al Sweigart
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