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Python is a high-level programming language known for its readability and versatility, with a significant increase in job demand in 2023. The document covers essential concepts such as character sets, tokens, variables, data types, and expressions, which are foundational for programming in Python. It concludes by encouraging further exploration of control flow, functions, and modules to enhance coding skills.

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Python Basics Xi

Python is a high-level programming language known for its readability and versatility, with a significant increase in job demand in 2023. The document covers essential concepts such as character sets, tokens, variables, data types, and expressions, which are foundational for programming in Python. It concludes by encouraging further exploration of control flow, functions, and modules to enhance coding skills.

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Python Basics: An

Introduction
Python is a high-level, interpreted, general-purpose programming
language. It is celebrated for its clear syntax and readability,
adhering to PEP 8 standards.

Widely adopted in web development, data science, and AI,


Python's popularity is surging. UK businesses reported a 30%
increase in Python job postings in 2023, highlighting its growing
demand.
by surya chandran
Python Character Set
ASCII Basics
Includes English alphabet, digits (0-9), and common symbols.

Unicode Support
Extends to global languages and even emojis.

Code Essentials
Crucial for variables, strings, and comments.

The Python character set defines all valid characters for writing code. This includes basic ASCII for English and numbers, plus Unicode for
international characters and emojis. These characters are fundamental for constructing variable names, string literals, and comments within your
programs.
Python Tokens
1 Keywords
Reserved words with special meanings like 'if' or 'print'.

2 Identifiers
User-defined names for variables and functions.

3 Literals
Fixed values such as numbers or text strings.

4 Operators
Symbols for performing operations like '+' or '='.

5 Delimiters
Structural elements like parentheses or square brackets.

Python tokens are the smallest, meaningful units in a program, forming its basic building blocks. Each token serves a specific purpose, from
reserved keywords that control program flow to user-defined identifiers for custom elements. Understanding these individual components is crucial
for writing syntactically correct Python code.
Python Variables
Storage Locations Assignment Operator

Variables are named spaces holding data values. The '=' symbol assigns values.

Dynamic Typing Naming Rules

Their type adapts during runtime. Begin with a letter or underscore.

Python variables serve as named storage locations for various data values. Python uses dynamic typing, meaning a
variable's type is determined at runtime, allowing flexibility. The assignment operator (=) is used to store values.
Follow naming rules: start with a letter or underscore, and remember Python names are case-sensitive. Best
practice suggests meaningful, lowercase names for clarity.
Python Data Types
Numeric int, float, complex

Sequence str, list, tuple

Mapping dict

Set set

Boolean bool

Python data types classify the kind of data a variable holds,


essential for how operations are performed. Numeric types handle
numbers, while sequence types manage ordered collections like
text and lists. Mapping types organise data into key-value pairs,
and sets store unique, unordered elements. Boolean types
represent truth values, True or False.
Python Expressions
Combine Elements
Values, variables, operators.

Evaluate Result
Always produce a single outcome.

Arithmetic Examples
Calculations like '2 + 3 * 4'.

Logical Examples
Conditions like 'x > 10'.

Python expressions are combinations of values, variables, and operators that


evaluate to a single result. They can range from simple arithmetic
calculations, like 2 + 3 * 4 resulting in 14, to more complex comparison or
logical statements. Understanding expressions is fundamental to controlling
program flow and manipulating data.
Putting It Together: A Simple Example
Define Price
1 item_price = 25.50 (float literal, identifier, assignment)

Set Quantity
2 quantity = 3 (integer literal, identifier, assignment)

Calculate Total
3 total_cost = item_price * quantity (expression, arithmetic operator)

Check Eligibility
4 is_eligible = total_cost > 50 (comparison expression)

Display Result
5 print(f"Total: £{total_cost}") (function call, string literal)

This example demonstrates how Python's core concepts interoperate. We define variables with literals, use arithmetic operators in expressions for
calculations, and apply comparison expressions for logic. Finally, a function prints the formatted output. This simple flow showcases character sets, tokens,
variables, data types, and expressions in action.
Conclusion: Your Python Foundation
Next Steps
1 Control flow, functions, modules.

Bedrock Concepts
2 Essential for all Python programming.

Core Building Blocks


3 Characters, tokens, variables, expressions.

You've successfully mastered Python's core building blocks, including character sets, tokens, variables, data types,
and expressions. These fundamental concepts form the bedrock for all future Python programming. Your next steps
will involve exploring control flow, functions, and modules, further expanding your coding capabilities.

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