Python control flow statements are constructs used to control the flow of execution within a Python program. Python control flow statements are powerful tools that dictate how your program executes. They allow your code to make decisions, repeat tasks conditionally, and organize instructions efficiently.

IF-Elif-Else

Syntax:

if Boolean_condition:
    True statement
elif Boolean_condition:
    True statement
elif Boolean_condition:
    True statement
else:
    False statement

Q:- How to get Prime Number greater than 5 and Less than 58?

Answer:-

def is_prime(num):
  """Checks if a number is prime."""
  if num <= 1:
    return False
  for i in range(2, int(num**0.5) + 1):
    if num % i == 0:
      return False
  return True

prime_numbers = []
for num in range(6, 58):
  if is_prime(num):
    prime_numbers.append(num)

print(f"Prime numbers between 5 and 58 (inclusive): {prime_numbers}")

Iterate through numbers from 6 to 57 and check if they’re prime

prime_numbers = [num for num in range(6, 58) if is_prime(num)]

print("Prime numbers greater than 5 and less than 58:", prime_numbers)

Q:How to generate a Fibonacci series within the range of 5 to 56?

Ternary operator in Python

Syntax:

if-else: True if condition else False
if-elif-else: True_for_if if cond1 else True_for_elif if cond2 else False

# Example: Equilateral triangle
sideA, sideB, sideC = -3,-3,-3
if sideA == sideB == sideC and sideA>0:
    print("It is equilateral")
else:
    print("Not an equilateral")

# Same code with ternary operatot
print("It is equilateral") if sideA == sideB == sideC and sideA>0 else print("Not an equilateral")

Examples:

1. Grading System

This example assigns grades based on a score using if-elif-else statements.

def assign_grade(score):
    if score >= 90:
        return 'A'
    elif score >= 80:
        return 'B'
    elif score >= 70:
        return 'C'
    elif score >= 60:
        return 'D'
    else:
        return 'F'

scores = [95, 82, 67, 58, 91, 76]
grades = [assign_grade(score) for score in scores]
print(f"Scores: {scores}")
print(f"Grades: {grades}")

2. Complex Decision-Making

This example decides what to wear based on temperature and weather conditions.

def decide_outfit(temp, weather):
    if temp > 30:
        if weather == 'sunny':
            return 'T-shirt and shorts'
        elif weather == 'rainy':
            return 'Raincoat and shorts'
    elif 20 <= temp <= 30:
        if weather == 'sunny':
            return 'T-shirt and jeans'
        elif weather == 'rainy':
            return 'Raincoat and jeans'
    else:
        if weather == 'sunny':
            return 'Sweater and jeans'
        elif weather == 'rainy':
            return 'Raincoat and warm clothes'
    return 'Check the weather again!'

print(decide_outfit(32, 'sunny'))  # T-shirt and shorts
print(decide_outfit(25, 'rainy'))  # Raincoat and jeans
print(decide_outfit(15, 'sunny'))  # Sweater and jeans
print(decide_outfit(10, 'rainy'))  # Raincoat and warm clothes

3. Complex Ternary Operations

This example shows how to use nested ternary operators to determine ticket prices based on age and membership status.

def ticket_price(age, is_member):
    return 5 if age < 18 else 10 if age < 60 else 7 if is_member else 12

ages = [15, 25, 65, 70]
membership_status = [True, False, True, False]
prices = [ticket_price(age, member) for age, member in zip(ages, membership_status)]
print(f"Ticket prices: {prices}")

4. Nested Conditions for Loan Approval

This example evaluates whether a person qualifies for a loan based on several criteria.

def loan_approval(credit_score, income, employment_status):
    if credit_score >= 700:
        if income > 50000:
            return 'Approved'
        elif income > 30000:
            if employment_status == 'full-time':
                return 'Approved with conditions'
            else:
                return 'Not Approved'
        else:
            return 'Not Approved'
    elif 600 <= credit_score < 700:
        if income > 60000 and employment_status == 'full-time':
            return 'Approved with high interest rate'
        else:
            return 'Not Approved'
    else:
        return 'Not Approved'

applicants = [
    (720, 60000, 'full-time'),
    (680, 40000, 'part-time'),
    (650, 70000, 'full-time'),
    (590, 30000, 'unemployed')
]
decisions = [loan_approval(*applicant) for applicant in applicants]
print(f"Loan decisions: {decisions}")

5. Weather Report Using Nested Ternary Operators

This example gives a weather report based on temperature and humidity using nested ternary operators.

def weather_report(temp, humidity):
    return (
        "Hot and Humid" if temp > 30 and humidity > 60 else
        "Hot and Dry" if temp > 30 and humidity <= 60 else
        "Warm and Humid" if 20 <= temp <= 30 and humidity > 60 else
        "Warm and Dry" if 20 <= temp <= 30 and humidity <= 60 else
        "Cool and Humid" if temp < 20 and humidity > 60 else
        "Cool and Dry"
    )

conditions = [
    (32, 65),
    (28, 55),
    (18, 70),
    (15, 50)
]
reports = [weather_report(temp, humidity) for temp, humidity in conditions]
print(f"Weather reports: {reports}")

6. Evaluating Expressions Based on User Input

This example evaluates mathematical expressions based on user input and prints the result using if-elif-else statements.

def evaluate_expression(x, operation):
    if operation == 'square':
        return x ** 2
    elif operation == 'cube':
        return x ** 3
    elif operation == 'double':
        return x * 2
    elif operation == 'half':
        return x / 2
    else:
        return 'Invalid operation'

inputs = [
    (4, 'square'),
    (3, 'cube'),
    (5, 'double'),
    (10, 'half'),
    (7, 'unknown')
]
results = [evaluate_expression(x, operation) for x, operation in inputs]
print(f"Results: {results}")

These examples showcase various scenarios where control structures such as if-elif-else statements and ternary operators can be used to implement complex logic in Python. They illustrate how you can make decisions, evaluate conditions, and handle multiple cases efficiently.

Can every if else elif can be written in ternary operator format

Yes, most if-else statements can be written using ternary operators. However, there are some limitations and exceptions:

Simple If-Else Statements

These can always be converted to ternary operators.

# If-else statement
if condition:
    value = 'true_value'
else:
    value = 'false_value'

# Equivalent ternary operator
value = 'true_value' if condition else 'false_value'

If-Elif-Else Statements

These can be converted to nested ternary operators, but it’s often less readable.

# If-elif-else statement
if condition1:
    value = 'value1'
elif condition2:
    value = 'value2'
else:
    value = 'value3'

# Equivalent nested ternary operators
value = 'value1' if condition1 else ('value2' if condition2 else 'value3')

If Statements Without Else Clauses

These cannot be directly converted to ternary operators, as ternary operators must have both a “true” and “false” value.

# If statement without else clause
if condition:
    value = 'true_value'

# No direct equivalent ternary operator

Multiple Statements in If Blocks

Ternary operators can only evaluate to a single value. If you need to execute multiple statements based on a condition, you cannot use a ternary operator.

# If statement with multiple statements
if condition:
    value1 = 'true_value1'
    value2 = 'true_value2'

# No direct equivalent ternary operator

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Functions in Python- Definition

Functions in Python are blocks of code that perform a specific task, and they can be defined using the def keyword.

Function template

def function_name(input_varibales, ...):
    processing
    return output_value_or_exppression

output_variable = function_name(output_values, ...)
print(output_variable)

Definition:

• A function in Python is a block of reusable code that performs a specific task.
• It allows you to break down your program into smaller, more manageable pieces, making your code modular and easier to understand.

Function Call:

• To use a function, you call it by its name followed by parentheses ().

Function Name:

• Can contain letters (a-z, A-Z), digits (0-9), and underscores (_)
• Must start with a letter or underscore
• Case-sensitive

Parameters

• Can be positional or keyword-based
• Can have default values
• Can be variable-length (using *args or **kwargs)

Function Body

• Indented block of code
• Can contain statements, expressions, and other functions
• Can include a return statement to output values
• Can include a pass statement as a placeholder when no action is needed

Docstring

• Optional string literal that occurs as the first statement in a function
• Used to document the function’s purpose, parameters, and return values
• Triple quotes (""") are commonly used to delimit docstrings

Return Statement

• Used to output values from a function
• Can return multiple values using tuples or lists
• If no return statement is present, the function returns None by default

Pass Statement

• Used as a placeholder when no action is needed
• Can be used to define a function with no body

Lambda Functions

• Small, anonymous functions defined with the lambda keyword
• Can take any number of arguments, but can only have one expression

Default Argument Values

• Can be specified using the = operator
• Must be specified after non-default arguments

Variable-Length Arguments

• Can be specified using *args or **kwargs
• *args collects positional arguments into a tuple
• **kwargs collects keyword arguments into a dictionary

def function_name(*args):
    # args is a tuple of non-keyword arguments
    pass

def greet(*names):
    for name in names:
        print(f"Hello, {name}!")

greet("John", "Alice", "Bob")

def function_name(**kwargs):
    # kwargs is a dictionary of keyword arguments
    pass

def greet(**kwargs):
    for key, value in kwargs.items():
        print(f"{key}: {value}")

greet(name="John", age=30, city="New York")

Keyword-Only Arguments

• Can be specified using the * operator
• Must be specified after non-keyword-only arguments

Python 3.x

def function_name(*, arg1, arg2, ...):
    # arg1, arg2, ... are keyword-only arguments
    pass

Example:

def greet(*, name, age):
    print(f"Hello, {name}! You are {age} years old.")

greet(name="John", age=30)

Combination of *args, **kwargs, and Keyword-Only Arguments

def function_name(arg1, arg2, *args, kwarg1, kwarg2, **kwargs):
    pass

Example:

def greet(name, age, *hobbies, city, country, **kwargs):
    print(f"Hello, {name}! You are {age} years old.")
    print(f"Hobbies: {hobbies}")
    print(f"City: {city}, Country: {country}")
    print(f"Additional info: {kwargs}")

greet("John", 30, "reading", "hiking", city="New York", country="USA", occupation="Developer")

Type Hints

• Can be used to specify the expected types of arguments and return values
• Do not affect runtime behavior, but can be used by IDEs and static type checkers

Example

def greet(name: str, age: int = 30) -> str:
    """
    Returns a personalized greeting message.

    Args:
        name (str): The person's name.
        age (int, optional): The person's age. Defaults to 30.

    Returns:
        str: The greeting message.
    """
    return f"Hello, {name}! You are {age} years old."


# Test the function
print(greet("John"))  # Output: Hello, John! You are 30 years old.
print(greet("Jane", 25))  # Output: Hello, Jane! You are 25 years old.

In simple words-

• def : It is a keyword to define a function.
• Function name should preferably be in snake_case.
• Function defintion can consist of input parameters within ().
• Function definition concludes with : and the body of function continues with indent, typically a tab space.
• Function Call: When the function is called, the flow of control jumps to the function definition.
• Execute Function: Perform the tasks defined inside the function.
• If there’s a return statement, the function returns a value to the caller. return keyword returns the computed value in memory which can be accessed via the calling/output variable.
• It the return statement is not present or not executed the function then returns a None value.
• End: End of the function execution, control returns to the caller.

Snake case, also known as underscore_case, is a naming convention where each word in a compound name is separated by an underscore (_). All letters are lowercase. Here are some examples:

• my_function_name
• total_sales_amount
• is_user_authenticated

Benefits of Snake Case:

• Readability: Snake case improves code readability by clearly separating words, especially for longer names.
• Consistency: Following a consistent naming convention makes code easier to understand and maintain for both you and others who collaborate on the project.
• Python Convention: Snake case is the widely accepted convention for variable and function names in Python. Using it aligns your code with established practices in the Python community.

Examples of Naming with Snake Case:

Here’s a table illustrating how you can convert function names from other conventions to snake_case:

Example Imagine a Function as a MonsterMachine

Think of a function as a special machine in your Python code. You give it certain inputs (like ingredients for a recipe), it performs a specific task (like cooking the ingredients), and then it can optionally provide an output (like the delicious meal!).

Steps to Build Your Function MonsterMachine:

1. Name Your MonsterMachine: Choose a descriptive name for your function that reflects what it does. Let’s call our function greet.
2. Define the Inputs (if any): These are like the ingredients you feed into your machine. If your function needs information to complete its task, specify variables within parentheses after the function name. For example, sayhello(name). Here, name is the input variable. These are Function Parameters:- Functions can take zero or more parameters.You can have default values for parameters as well.
3. Tell Your MonsterMachine What to Do: Use Python code blocks to instruct your function what to accomplish with the inputs (or without them if there are none). Indentation is crucial here!
4. Optional Output: If your function needs to return a value, use the return statement. This is like the cooked meal your machine produces.

Let’s Code a Greeter Machine!

Here’s how we can create a function called greet that takes a name as input and prints a greeting:

Python

def sayhello(name):
  """Prints a greeting message to the user."""
  print("Hello,", name + "!")

# Now let's use our greeter machine!
sayhello("Alice")  # Output: Hello, Alice!

Experimenting with Your Machine

We can call the greet function multiple times with different names to see it work its magic:

Python

sayhello("Bob")  # Output: Hello, Bob!
sayhello("Charlie")  # Output: Hello, Charlie!

Challenge: Build a Pizza Order Machine!

Can you create a function called order_pizza that takes the size (small, medium, large) and the number of toppings (as an integer) as inputs, and then prints the pizza order details?

Here’s a hint:

def order_pizza(size, num_toppings):
  # ... your code here ...

# Test your order_pizza function!
order_pizza("medium", 2)  # Output: You ordered a medium pizza with 2 toppings.

Parameters & Return Statement

Returning Values with Conditions:-

Magic8Ball Problem in Python

import random

def magic_8_ball_response(number):
    if number == 0:
        return "It is certain."
    elif number == 1:
        return "It is decidedly so."
    elif number == 2:
        return "Without a doubt."
    elif number == 3:
        return "Yes – definitely."
    elif number == 4:
        return "You may rely on it."
    elif number == 5:
        return "As I see it, yes."
    elif number == 6:
        return "Most likely."
    elif number == 7:
        return "Outlook good."
    elif number == 8:
        return "Yes."
    elif number == 9:
        return "Signs point to yes."
    elif number == 10:
        return "Reply hazy, try again."
    elif number == 11:
        return "Ask again later."
    elif number == 12:
        return "Better not tell you now."
    elif number == 13:
        return "Cannot predict now."
    elif number == 14:
        return "Concentrate and ask again."
    elif number == 15:
        return "Don't count on it."
    elif number == 16:
        return "My reply is no."
    elif number == 17:
        return "My sources say no."
    elif number == 18:
        return "Outlook not so good."
    elif number == 19:
        return "Very doubtful."
    else:
        return "Error: Invalid number."

def magic_8_ball():
    print("Welcome to the Magic 8 Ball!")
    question = input("Ask a yes or no question (or type 'quit' to exit): ")

    if question.lower() == 'quit':
        print("Goodbye!")
    elif question.strip() == "":
        print("You didn't ask a question!")
    else:
        number = random.randint(0, 19)
        response = magic_8_ball_response(number)
        print("Magic 8 Ball says: " + response)

if __name__ == "__main__":
    magic_8_ball()

import random

def magic_8_ball():
    answers = [
        "It is certain.",
        "It is decidedly so.",
        "Without a doubt.",
        "Yes – definitely.",
        "You may rely on it.",
        "As I see it, yes.",
        "Most likely.",
        "Outlook good.",
        "Yes.",
        "Signs point to yes.",
        "Reply hazy, try again.",
        "Ask again later.",
        "Better not tell you now.",
        "Cannot predict now.",
        "Concentrate and ask again.",
        "Don't count on it.",
        "My reply is no.",
        "My sources say no.",
        "Outlook not so good.",
        "Very doubtful."
    ]

    print("Welcome to the Magic 8 Ball!")
    question = input("Ask a yes or no question (or type 'quit' to exit): ")

    if question.lower() == 'quit':
        print("Goodbye!")
    elif question.strip() == "":
        print("You didn't ask a question!")
    else:
        response = random.choice(answers)
        print("Magic 8 Ball says: " + response)

if __name__ == "__main__":
    magic_8_ball()

import random

def magic_8_ball():
    answers = [
        "It is certain.",
        "It is decidedly so.",
        "Without a doubt.",
        "Yes – definitely.",
        "You may rely on it.",
        "As I see it, yes.",
        "Most likely.",
        "Outlook good.",
        "Yes.",
        "Signs point to yes.",
        "Reply hazy, try again.",
        "Ask again later.",
        "Better not tell you now.",
        "Cannot predict now.",
        "Concentrate and ask again.",
        "Don't count on it.",
        "My reply is no.",
        "My sources say no.",
        "Outlook not so good.",
        "Very doubtful."
    ]

    print("Welcome to the Magic 8 Ball!")
    while True:
        question = input("Ask a yes or no question (or type 'quit' to exit): ")
        if question.lower() == 'quit':
            print("Goodbye!")
            break
        response = random.choice(answers)
        print("Magic 8 Ball says: " + response)

if __name__ == "__main__":
    magic_8_ball()

Scope in Function @python

In Python, the scope of a variable refers to the region of the program where that variable is recognized. Variables can be defined in different parts of a program, and their scope determines where they can be accessed. There are four types of variable scopes in Python:

1. Local Scope
2. Enclosing (or nonlocal) Scope
3. Global Scope
4. Built-in Scope

1. Local Scope

Variables defined within a function have a local scope and are only accessible within that function.

def my_function():
    local_var = 10  # Local variable
    print(local_var)

my_function()  # Output: 10
print(local_var)  # NameError: name 'local_var' is not defined

2. Enclosing (or nonlocal) Scope

This scope is relevant for nested functions. The enclosing scope refers to the scope of the outer function in which a nested function is defined.

def outer_function():
    enclosing_var = 20

    def inner_function():
        print(enclosing_var)  # Accesses enclosing variable

    inner_function()

outer_function()  # Output: 20

To modify an enclosing variable from within a nested function, you can use the nonlocal keyword.

def outer_function():
    enclosing_var = 20

    def inner_function():
        nonlocal enclosing_var
        enclosing_var = 30
        print(enclosing_var)

    inner_function()  # Output: 30
    print(enclosing_var)  # Output: 30

outer_function()

3. Global Scope

Variables defined at the top level of a script or module are in the global scope. They are accessible from any part of the code, including within functions (unless shadowed by a local variable).

global_var = 40  # Global variable

def my_function():
    print(global_var)  # Accesses global variable

my_function()  # Output: 40
print(global_var)  # Output: 40

To modify a global variable within a function, you can use the global keyword.

global_var = 50

def my_function():
    global global_var
    global_var = 60
    print(global_var)

my_function()  # Output: 60
print(global_var)  # Output: 60

4. Built-in Scope

This is the scope for built-in names like len, print, etc. These are always available in any part of the code.

print(len([1, 2, 3]))  # len is a built-in function

Scope Resolution (LEGB Rule)

Python resolves variable names using the LEGB rule, which stands for Local, Enclosing, Global, Built-in.

1. Local: Names defined within a function.
2. Enclosing: Names defined in the enclosing function(s) for nested functions.
3. Global: Names defined at the top level of a script or module.
4. Built-in: Names preassigned in the built-in names module.

Example of LEGB Rule

# Built-in scope
def min():
    return "This is the built-in min function."

def outer_function():
    # Global scope
    global_var = "I am in the global scope."

    # Enclosing scope
    enclosing_var = "I am in the enclosing scope."

    def inner_function():
        # Local scope
        local_var = "I am in the local scope."
        
        print(local_var)       # Accessing local variable
        print(enclosing_var)   # Accessing enclosing variable
        print(global_var)      # Accessing global variable
        print(min())           # Accessing built-in function

    inner_function()

outer_function()

Key Points to Remember

• Local variables are only accessible within the function they are defined in.
• Enclosing variables are accessible within nested functions and can be modified using the nonlocal keyword.
• Global variables are accessible throughout the module and can be modified using the global keyword.
• Built-in names are always available and can be overridden (though not recommended).

What happen behind the scene in Python when a function gets called?

When a function gets called in Python, a series of steps occur behind the scenes. These steps manage the execution of the function, handle its local environment, and ensure the proper flow of control. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what happens:

1. Function Call

When a function is called, Python interprets the call and prepares to execute the function’s code.

def my_function():
    print("Hello, world!")

my_function()  # Function call

2. Stack Frame Creation

A new stack frame (also known as an activation record) is created for the function call. This stack frame contains:

• Local variables and arguments: Storage for the function’s local variables and parameters.
• Return address: Information on where to return after the function execution completes.
• Instruction pointer: Keeps track of the current position in the function’s code.

3. Argument Passing

The arguments provided to the function call are evaluated and passed to the function. These arguments are then stored in the new stack frame.

def add(a, b):
    return a + b

result = add(2, 3)  # Arguments 2 and 3 are evaluated and passed to `a` and `b`

4. Local Scope and Environment Setup

The function’s local scope and environment are set up. This includes:

• Initializing local variables: Variables declared inside the function.
• Binding arguments to parameters: The passed arguments are bound to the function’s parameters.
• Setting up the local namespace: A dictionary that holds the function’s local variables.

5. Code Execution

The function’s code is executed line by line. The instruction pointer within the stack frame keeps track of the current line being executed.

def my_function():
    x = 10  # Local variable initialization
    y = 20  # Local variable initialization
    return x + y  # Code execution

result = my_function()  # Function execution

6. Function Return

When the function execution completes, it returns a value (if any). The return value is passed back to the calling location.

def add(a, b):
    return a + b

result = add(2, 3)  # `result` receives the value 5

7. Stack Frame Cleanup

After the function returns, its stack frame is destroyed, and the local variables and parameters go out of scope. The return address in the calling function is used to continue execution from where the function was called.

8. Back to Caller

Control returns to the point in the code where the function was called. The function’s return value can be used in subsequent operations.

def multiply(a, b):
    return a * b

result = multiply(4, 5)  # Control returns here with the result 20
print(result)  # Output: 20

Example Walkthrough

Let’s go through a more detailed example:

def greet(name):
    message = f"Hello, {name}!"
    return message

print(greet("Alice"))

1. Function Call: greet("Alice") is called.
2. Stack Frame Creation: A new stack frame is created for greet.
3. Argument Passing: The argument "Alice" is passed and bound to the parameter name.
4. Local Scope and Environment Setup: The local variable message is initialized.
5. Code Execution:
   • message = f"Hello, {name}!" is executed, resulting in message being "Hello, Alice!".
   • return message is executed, returning "Hello, Alice!".
6. Function Return: The function returns the string "Hello, Alice!".
7. Stack Frame Cleanup: The stack frame for greet is destroyed.
8. Back to Caller: Control returns to the print statement, which outputs "Hello, Alice!".

Behind the Scenes

• Namespace Management: Each function call has its own local namespace, separate from the global namespace.
• Garbage Collection: Local variables are cleaned up once they go out of scope, freeing memory.
• Call Stack: The call stack manages function calls, with each call creating a new stack frame.

Lambda Function in Python

A lambda function in Python is a small anonymous function defined using the lambda keyword. Lambda functions can have any number of arguments but can only have one expression. The expression is evaluated and returned when the function is called. Lambda functions are often used for short, simple operations or as arguments to higher-order functions.

Syntax

lambda arguments: expression

Examples

1. Basic Example

# A lambda function that adds 10 to the input value
add_ten = lambda x: x + 10
print(add_ten(5))  # Output: 15

2. Lambda Function with Multiple Arguments

# A lambda function that multiplies two numbers
multiply = lambda x, y: x * y
print(multiply(2, 3))  # Output: 6

3. Using Lambda with map() Function

# Using lambda with map to square each number in the list
numbers = [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
squared = list(map(lambda x: x ** 2, numbers))
print(squared)  # Output: [1, 4, 9, 16, 25]

4. Using Lambda with filter() Function

# Using lambda with filter to get even numbers from the list
numbers = [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
evens = list(filter(lambda x: x % 2 == 0, numbers))
print(evens)  # Output: [2, 4, 6]

5. Using Lambda with reduce() Function

The reduce() function is part of the functools module and is used to apply a rolling computation to sequential pairs of values in a list.

from functools import reduce

# Using lambda with reduce to get the product of all numbers in the list
numbers = [1, 2, 3, 4]
product = reduce(lambda x, y: x * y, numbers)
print(product)  # Output: 24

6. Sorting with Lambda

Lambda functions are often used for sorting data structures.

# Sorting a list of tuples based on the second element
pairs = [(1, 'one'), (2, 'two'), (3, 'three'), (4, 'four')]
pairs.sort(key=lambda x: x[1])
print(pairs)  # Output: [(4, 'four'), (1, 'one'), (3, 'three'), (2, 'two')]

7. Lambda Function in a Function

Lambda functions can be used inside other functions.

def make_incrementor(n):
    return lambda x: x + n

increment_by_5 = make_incrementor(5)
print(increment_by_5(10))  # Output: 15

Advantages of Lambda Functions

1. Concise Syntax: Lambda functions provide a clear and concise way to write small functions.
2. Functional Programming: They are often used with functions like map(), filter(), and reduce().
3. Anonymous Functions: Lambda functions do not require a name, making them useful for short-lived operations.

Limitations of Lambda Functions

1. Single Expression: Lambda functions are limited to a single expression. They cannot contain statements or multiple expressions.
2. Readability: Overuse of lambda functions can lead to less readable code, especially for complex operations.

Practical Usage

Lambda functions are ideal for use cases where small, throwaway functions are needed, such as sorting, filtering, and mapping operations. They allow for more compact and potentially more readable code in these scenarios.

# Example of practical usage in data manipulation
data = [{'name': 'Alice', 'age': 30}, {'name': 'Bob', 'age': 25}, {'name': 'Charlie', 'age': 35}]

# Sorting data by age using a lambda function
sorted_data = sorted(data, key=lambda x: x['age'])
print(sorted_data)
# Output: [{'name': 'Bob', 'age': 25}, {'name': 'Alice', 'age': 30}, {'name': 'Charlie', 'age': 35}]

In this example, the lambda function extracts the ‘age’ attribute from each dictionary in the list, allowing the sorted() function to sort the dictionaries by age. This demonstrates the power and simplicity of lambda functions in real-world applications.

map() Function in Python

The map() function in Python applies a given function to all items in an input list (or any iterable) and returns an iterator that yields the results. The function that is applied can be a built-in function, a user-defined function, or a lambda function.

Syntax

map(function, iterable, ...)

• function: A function that is applied to each element of the iterable.
• iterable: One or more iterables (like list, tuple, etc.) whose elements are to be mapped.
• ...: You can pass more than one iterable if the function requires multiple arguments.

Examples

1. Basic Example with a Built-in Function

# Using map with the built-in function `str` to convert numbers to strings
numbers = [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
str_numbers = list(map(str, numbers))
print(str_numbers)  # Output: ['1', '2', '3', '4', '5']

2. Using map() with a User-Defined Function

# User-defined function to square a number
def square(x):
    return x ** 2

numbers = [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
squared_numbers = list(map(square, numbers))
print(squared_numbers)  # Output: [1, 4, 9, 16, 25]

3. Using map() with a Lambda Function

# Using lambda function to cube each number in the list
numbers = [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
cubed_numbers = list(map(lambda x: x ** 3, numbers))
print(cubed_numbers)  # Output: [1, 8, 27, 64, 125]

4. Using map() with Multiple Iterables

When using multiple iterables, the function must accept that many arguments, and map() stops when the shortest iterable is exhausted.

# Using map with two lists to add corresponding elements
numbers1 = [1, 2, 3]
numbers2 = [4, 5, 6]
sum_numbers = list(map(lambda x, y: x + y, numbers1, numbers2))
print(sum_numbers)  # Output: [5, 7, 9]

5. Converting Items in a List

# Convert list of integers to list of strings
numbers = [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
str_numbers = list(map(str, numbers))
print(str_numbers)  # Output: ['1', '2', '3', '4', '5']

6. Processing Strings with map()

# Using map to convert a list of strings to uppercase
words = ["apple", "banana", "cherry"]
uppercase_words = list(map(str.upper, words))
print(uppercase_words)  # Output: ['APPLE', 'BANANA', 'CHERRY']

Practical Usage

Converting a List of Temperatures from Celsius to Fahrenheit

# User-defined function to convert Celsius to Fahrenheit
def celsius_to_fahrenheit(c):
    return (c * 9/5) + 32

celsius_temps = [0, 20, 37, 100]
fahrenheit_temps = list(map(celsius_to_fahrenheit, celsius_temps))
print(fahrenheit_temps)  # Output: [32.0, 68.0, 98.6, 212.0]

Removing Whitespace from a List of Strings

# Using map to strip leading and trailing whitespace from each string in the list
lines = ["  line1  ", "  line2  ", "  line3  "]
stripped_lines = list(map(str.strip, lines))
print(stripped_lines)  # Output: ['line1', 'line2', 'line3']

Applying a Complex Function to a List

# Function to calculate the BMI given weight and height
def calculate_bmi(weight, height):
    return weight / (height ** 2)

weights = [70, 80, 90]
heights = [1.75, 1.80, 1.65]
bmis = list(map(calculate_bmi, weights, heights))
print(bmis)  # Output: [22.857142857142858, 24.691358024691358, 33.05785123966942]

Data Transformation

Transforming each element in a list or another iterable without writing explicit loops.

Example: Converting Strings to Integers

str_numbers = ['1', '2', '3', '4']
int_numbers = map(int, str_numbers)

print(list(int_numbers))  # Output: [1, 2, 3, 4]

Example: Applying Mathematical Functions

import math

values = [1, 4, 9, 16]
square_roots = map(math.sqrt, values)

print(list(square_roots))  # Output: [1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0]

Data Cleaning

Cleaning or preprocessing data elements in a list.

Example: Stripping Whitespace from Strings

dirty_strings = ['  hello  ', '  world  ']
clean_strings = map(str.strip, dirty_strings)

print(list(clean_strings))  # Output: ['hello', 'world']

Applying Functions to Multiple Iterables

Using map with multiple iterables to apply a function that takes multiple arguments.

Example: Adding Corresponding Elements of Two Lists

def add(x, y):
    return x + y

list1 = [1, 2, 3]
list2 = [4, 5, 6]
result = map(add, list1, list2)

print(list(result))  # Output: [5, 7, 9]

Data Aggregation

Aggregating data by applying functions to each element.

Example: Getting Lengths of Strings

words = ['apple', 'banana', 'cherry']
lengths = map(len, words)

print(list(lengths))  # Output: [5, 6, 6]

Functional Programming

Using map to support functional programming paradigms, making code more declarative.

Example: Using Lambda Functions

numbers = [1, 2, 3, 4]
squared = map(lambda x: x ** 2, numbers)

print(list(squared))  # Output: [1, 4, 9, 16]

DataFrame Operations

Applying transformations to DataFrame columns in libraries like Pandas.

Example: Converting DataFrame Column to Uppercase

import pandas as pd

data = {'names': ['alice', 'bob', 'charlie']}
df = pd.DataFrame(data)
df['names_upper'] = df['names'].map(str.upper)

print(df)
# Output:
#      names names_upper
# 0    alice      ALICE
# 1      bob        BOB
# 2  charlie    CHARLIE

Combining with Other Functional Constructs

Using map with other functional programming constructs like filter and reduce.

Example: Using Map and Filter Together

numbers = [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
even_squares = map(lambda x: x ** 2, filter(lambda x: x % 2 == 0, numbers))

print(list(even_squares))  # Output: [4, 16]

Dynamic Data Generation

Generating data dynamically based on some patterns or rules.

Example: Generating a Range of Dates

from datetime import datetime, timedelta

start_date = datetime(2023, 1, 1)
days = [start_date + timedelta(days=i) for i in range(10)]
formatted_dates = map(lambda d: d.strftime('%Y-%m-%d'), days)

print(list(formatted_dates))  # Output: ['2023-01-01', '2023-01-02', ..., '2023-01-10']

Batch Processing

Processing batches of data efficiently.

Example: Processing Batches of Log Entries

def process_log(log_entry):
    # Process the log entry
    return log_entry.upper()

log_entries = ['error 1', 'warning 2', 'info 3']
processed_logs = map(process_log, log_entries)

print(list(processed_logs))  # Output: ['ERROR 1', 'WARNING 2', 'INFO 3']

Performance Considerations

• Memory Efficiency: map() returns an iterator, which is memory efficient compared to list comprehensions that generate the entire list at once.
• Readability: Using map() can sometimes improve code readability, especially when performing simple transformations. However, for complex operations, list comprehensions or explicit loops may be more readable.

Summary

• map(): Applies a function to all items in an iterable and returns an iterator.
• Use Cases: Simple transformations, multiple iterables, inline lambda functions.
• Advantages: Memory efficient, concise for simple operations.
• Limitations: Less readable for complex operations, stops at the shortest iterable when using multiple iterables.

The map() function is a powerful tool in Python for applying functions to iterable objects, providing both efficiency and simplicity in many scenarios.

Filter functions in Python

Filter functions in Python allow you to create a new iterable from an existing one, selecting only the elements that meet certain criteria. This is achieved using the built-in filter() function, which applies a filtering function to each element of an iterable and returns an iterator containing only those elements for which the filtering function returns True.

Syntax

filter(function, iterable)

• function: A function that tests each element of the iterable. It should return True or False.
• iterable: The iterable to be filtered (like lists, tuples, sets, etc.).

Examples

1. Basic Example with a User-Defined Function

# User-defined function to check if a number is even
def is_even(num):
    return num % 2 == 0

numbers = [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
even_numbers = filter(is_even, numbers)
print(list(even_numbers))  # Output: [2, 4, 6]

2. Using Lambda Functions

Lambda functions are often used with filter() because they allow you to define simple functions in a concise way.

# Using lambda to filter out odd numbers
numbers = [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
odd_numbers = filter(lambda x: x % 2 != 0, numbers)
print(list(odd_numbers))  # Output: [1, 3, 5]

3. Filtering Strings

# Filtering a list of strings to include only those with length greater than 3
words = ["apple", "kiwi", "banana", "pear"]
long_words = filter(lambda word: len(word) > 3, words)
print(list(long_words))  # Output: ['apple', 'kiwi', 'banana']

4. Filtering with Multiple Conditions

# Filtering numbers to include only those that are even and greater than 10
numbers = [5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30]
filtered_numbers = filter(lambda x: x > 10 and x % 2 == 0, numbers)
print(list(filtered_numbers))  # Output: [20, 30]

5. Filtering Objects with Attributes

Assume you have a list of objects, each with an attribute, and you want to filter based on that attribute.

class Person:
    def __init__(self, name, age):
        self.name = name
        self.age = age

people = [Person("Alice", 30), Person("Bob", 25), Person("Charlie", 35)]
adults = filter(lambda person: person.age >= 30, people)
print([person.name for person in adults])  # Output: ['Alice', 'Charlie']

6. Filtering Nested Structures

Filtering nested structures like lists of lists or dictionaries can also be done with filter().

# Filtering a list of dictionaries
students = [
    {"name": "Alice", "grade": 85},
    {"name": "Bob", "grade": 75},
    {"name": "Charlie", "grade": 90}
]
passing_students = filter(lambda student: student["grade"] >= 80, students)
print(list(passing_students))  # Output: [{'name': 'Alice', 'grade': 85}, {'name': 'Charlie', 'grade': 90}]

Practical Usage

1. Filtering Data from a CSV File

You can use filter() to process data from a CSV file, filtering rows based on some criteria.

import csv

# Assuming a CSV file with 'name' and 'score' columns
with open('data.csv', 'r') as file:
    reader = csv.DictReader(file)
    high_scorers = filter(lambda row: int(row['score']) > 80, reader)
    for student in high_scorers:
        print(student['name'], student['score'])

2. Filtering Pandas DataFrame Rows

If you work with Pandas, you often need to filter rows in a DataFrame. While Pandas has its own filtering methods, you can also use Python’s filter().

import pandas as pd

# Creating a DataFrame
data = {'name': ['Alice', 'Bob', 'Charlie'], 'score': [85, 75, 90]}
df = pd.DataFrame(data)

# Using filter with DataFrame
filtered_rows = filter(lambda row: row['score'] > 80, df.to_dict('records'))
print(list(filtered_rows))  # Output: [{'name': 'Alice', 'score': 85}, {'name': 'Charlie', 'score': 90}]

Performance Considerations

• Efficiency: filter() returns an iterator, making it memory-efficient for large datasets.
• Readability: While filter() can be very readable for simple conditions, complex filtering might be better handled with list comprehensions or explicit loops for clarity.

Summary

• filter(): Applies a function to each element of an iterable and returns only those elements for which the function returns True.
• Use Cases: Filtering numbers, strings, objects, nested structures, and data from files or databases.
• Combining with Lambda: Lambda functions are often used for inline, concise filtering operations.
• Integration: Can be used with other libraries like Pandas for efficient data manipulation.

By practicing with various examples and integrating filter() into your data processing tasks, you’ll become proficient in using this powerful function in Python.

Recursion in python- recusrsive functions in detail

Recursion is a programming technique where a function calls itself directly or indirectly. Recursive functions are particularly useful for solving problems that can be broken down into smaller, simpler subproblems of the same type.

Key Concepts of Recursion

1. Base Case: The condition under which the recursion ends. Without a base case, a recursive function would call itself indefinitely, leading to a stack overflow.
2. Recursive Case: The part of the function where the function calls itself with a smaller or simpler argument.

Tips for Writing Recursive Functions

1. Identify the Base Case: Clearly define the simplest instance of the problem, which can be solved without further recursion.
2. Ensure Progress: Each recursive call should progress towards the base case, usually by simplifying the problem.
3. Test with Small Inputs: Start by testing the function with small input values to ensure the base and recursive cases are correctly defined.
4. Consider Iterative Solutions: Some problems are more efficiently solved with iteration rather than recursion, especially if they involve a large number of recursive calls, which can lead to stack overflow.

General Structure of a Recursive Function

def recursive_function(parameters):
    if base_case_condition:
        return base_case_value
    else:
        # Perform some operation
        return recursive_function(modified_parameters)

Examples of Recursive Functions

1. Factorial of a Number

The factorial of a non-negative integer nnn is the product of all positive integers less than or equal to nnn. It is denoted by n!n!n!.

n!=n×(n−1)!n! = n times (n-1)!n!=n×(n−1)!

Recursive Definition:

• Base case: 0!=10! = 10!=1
• Recursive case: n!=n×(n−1)!n! = n times (n-1)!n!=n×(n−1)!

Python Implementation:

def factorial(n):
    if n == 0:
        return 1
    else:
        return n * factorial(n - 1)

# Testing the factorial function
print(factorial(5))  # Output: 120

2. Fibonacci Sequence

The Fibonacci sequence is a series of numbers where each number is the sum of the two preceding ones, usually starting with 0 and 1.

F(n)=F(n−1)+F(n−2)F(n) = F(n-1) + F(n-2)F(n)=F(n−1)+F(n−2)

Recursive Definition:

• Base case: F(0)=0F(0) = 0F(0)=0, F(1)=1F(1) = 1F(1)=1
• Recursive case: F(n)=F(n−1)+F(n−2)F(n) = F(n-1) + F(n-2)F(n)=F(n−1)+F(n−2)

Python Implementation:

def fibonacci(n):
    if n == 0:
        return 0
    elif n == 1:
        return 1
    else:
        return fibonacci(n - 1) + fibonacci(n - 2)

# Testing the fibonacci function
print(fibonacci(7))  # Output: 13

3. Sum of a List

Calculate the sum of all elements in a list.

Recursive Definition:

• Base case: An empty list has a sum of 0.
• Recursive case: The sum of a list is the first element plus the sum of the rest of the list.

Python Implementation:

def sum_list(lst):
    if len(lst) == 0:
        return 0
    else:
        return lst[0] + sum_list(lst[1:])

# Testing the sum_list function
print(sum_list([1, 2, 3, 4]))  # Output: 10

4.for generating all permutations of a string

This function uses recursion to generate all permutations. The base case handles the simplest scenario where the string length is 1, returning the string itself in a list. For longer strings, it iterates through each character, removes it from the string, and recursively generates permutations of the remaining characters. These partial permutations are then combined with the removed character to form the full permutations.

Explanation:

• Base Case: When the length of the string is 1, return a list containing just that string.
• Recursive Case: For each character in the string, remove the character and recursively find permutations of the remaining substring. Prepend the removed character to each of these permutations and add them to the list of permutations.

Let’s break down the execution of the recursive permutations function step by step using the input "abc".

Step-by-Step Execution

1. Initial Call: permutations("abc")
   • The input string is "abc", which is longer than 1 character.
   • Initialize perms as an empty list: perms = [].
2. First Level of Recursion:
   • Loop over each character in "abc":
     • For i = 0 (character 'a'):
       • Remove 'a', remaining string: "bc".
       • Recursive call: permutations("bc").
3. Second Level of Recursion: permutations("bc")
   • The input string is "bc", which is longer than 1 character.
   • Initialize perms as an empty list: perms = [].
4. Second Level: Loop over "bc":
   • For i = 0 (character 'b'):
     • Remove 'b', remaining string: "c".
     • Recursive call: permutations("c").
5. Third Level of Recursion: permutations("c")
   • The input string is "c", which has only 1 character.
   • Base case: return ["c"].
6. Back to Second Level: Continue with "bc":
   • For i = 0 (character 'b'):
     • Combine 'b' with permutations of "c": 'b' + "c" = "bc".
     • Add to perms: perms = ["bc"].
   • For i = 1 (character 'c'):
     • Remove 'c', remaining string: "b".
     • Recursive call: permutations("b").
7. Third Level of Recursion: permutations("b")
   • The input string is "b", which has only 1 character.
   • Base case: return ["b"].
8. Back to Second Level: Continue with "bc":
   • For i = 1 (character 'c'):
     • Combine 'c' with permutations of "b": 'c' + "b" = "cb".
     • Add to perms: perms = ["bc", "cb"].
   • Return ["bc", "cb"] to the first level call.
9. Back to First Level: Continue with "abc":
   • For i = 0 (character 'a'):
     • Combine 'a' with permutations of "bc":
       • 'a' + "bc" = "abc".
       • 'a' + "cb" = "acb".
     • Add to perms: perms = ["abc", "acb"].
   • For i = 1 (character 'b'):
     • Remove 'b', remaining string: "ac".
     • Recursive call: permutations("ac").
10. Second Level of Recursion: permutations("ac")
    • The input string is "ac", which is longer than 1 character.
    • Initialize perms as an empty list: perms = [].
11. Second Level: Loop over "ac":
    • For i = 0 (character 'a'):
      • Remove 'a', remaining string: "c".
      • Recursive call: permutations("c").
12. Third Level of Recursion: permutations("c")
    • The input string is "c", which has only 1 character.
    • Base case: return ["c"].
13. Back to Second Level: Continue with "ac":
    • For i = 0 (character 'a'):
      • Combine 'a' with permutations of "c": 'a' + "c" = "ac".
      • Add to perms: perms = ["ac"].
    • For i = 1 (character 'c'):
      • Remove 'c', remaining string: "a".
      • Recursive call: permutations("a").
14. Third Level of Recursion: permutations("a")
    • The input string is "a", which has only 1 character.
    • Base case: return ["a"].
15. Back to Second Level: Continue with "ac":
    • For i = 1 (character 'c'):
      • Combine 'c' with permutations of "a": 'c' + "a" = "ca".
      • Add to perms: perms = ["ac", "ca"].
    • Return ["ac", "ca"] to the first level call.
16. Back to First Level: Continue with "abc":
    • For i = 1 (character 'b'):
      • Combine 'b' with permutations of "ac":
        • 'b' + "ac" = "bac".
        • 'b' + "ca" = "bca".
      • Add to perms: perms = ["abc", "acb", "bac", "bca"].
    • For i = 2 (character 'c'):
      • Remove 'c', remaining string: "ab".
      • Recursive call: permutations("ab").
17. Second Level of Recursion: permutations("ab")
    • The input string is "ab", which is longer than 1 character.
    • Initialize perms as an empty list: perms = [].
18. Second Level: Loop over "ab":
    • For i = 0 (character 'a'):
      • Remove 'a', remaining string: "b".
      • Recursive call: permutations("b").
19. Third Level of Recursion: permutations("b")
    • The input string is "b", which has only 1 character.
    • Base case: return ["b"].
20. Back to Second Level: Continue with "ab":
    • For i = 0 (character 'a'):
      • Combine 'a' with permutations of "b": 'a' + "b" = "ab".
      • Add to perms: perms = ["ab"].
    • For i = 1 (character 'b'):
      • Remove 'b', remaining string: "a".
      • Recursive call: permutations("a").
21. Third Level of Recursion: permutations("a")
    • The input string is "a", which has only 1 character.
    • Base case: return ["a"].
22. Back to Second Level: Continue with "ab":
    • For i = 1 (character 'b'):
      • Combine 'b' with permutations of "a": 'b' + "a" = "ba".
      • Add to perms: perms = ["ab", "ba"].
    • Return ["ab", "ba"] to the first level call.
23. Back to First Level: Continue with "abc":
    • For i = 2 (character 'c'):
      • Combine 'c' with permutations of "ab":
        • 'c' + "ab" = "cab".
        • 'c' + "ba" = "cba".
      • Add to perms: perms = ["abc", "acb", "bac", "bca", "cab", "cba"].
24. Final Result:
    • Return the final list of permutations: ["abc", "acb", "bac", "bca", "cab", "cba"].

Advanced Examples

1. Recursive Binary Search

Binary search is an efficient algorithm for finding an item from a sorted list of items.

Recursive Definition:

• Base case: If the list is empty, the item is not found.
• Recursive case: Compare the target with the middle element and recursively search in the appropriate half.

Python Implementation:

def binary_search(arr, target, low, high):
    if low > high:
        return -1  # Target is not found
    mid = (low + high) // 2
    if arr[mid] == target:
        return mid
    elif arr[mid] < target:
        return binary_search(arr, target, mid + 1, high)
    else:
        return binary_search(arr, target, low, mid - 1)

# Testing the binary_search function
arr = [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7]
target = 5
print(binary_search(arr, target, 0, len(arr) - 1))  # Output: 4

2. Tower of Hanoi

The Tower of Hanoi is a classic problem where you have to move a set of disks from one rod to another, with the help of a third rod, following certain rules.

Recursive Definition:

• Base case: If there is only one disk, move it directly.
• Recursive case: Move n−1 n-1 n−1 disks to the auxiliary rod, move the nth disk to the target rod, then move the n−1 n-1 n−1 disks from the auxiliary rod to the target rod.

Python Implementation:

def tower_of_hanoi(n, source, target, auxiliary):
    if n == 1:
        print(f"Move disk 1 from {source} to {target}")
        return
    tower_of_hanoi(n - 1, source, auxiliary, target)
    print(f"Move disk {n} from {source} to {target}")
    tower_of_hanoi(n - 1, auxiliary, target, source)

# Testing the tower_of_hanoi function
tower_of_hanoi(3, 'A', 'C', 'B')
# Output:
# Move disk 1 from A to C
# Move disk 2 from A to B
# Move disk 1 from C to B
# Move disk 3 from A to C
# Move disk 1 from B to A
# Move disk 2 from B to C
# Move disk 1 from A to C

Recursive Function Design Principles

1. Define the Problem Clearly: Break down the problem into smaller subproblems that resemble the original problem.
2. Identify the Base Case(s): Ensure the recursion terminates by defining base case(s) that are simple and solvable without further recursion.
3. Simplify the Problem: Ensure each recursive call works on a simpler or smaller version of the problem, progressing towards the base case.
4. Avoid Redundant Calculations: Use techniques like memoization to store results of expensive recursive calls to avoid redundant calculations.
5. Test Thoroughly: Recursion can be tricky to debug. Test your recursive functions with a variety of inputs, including edge cases, to ensure correctness.

By mastering these principles and practicing with different problems, you’ll become proficient in writing and understanding recursive functions in Python.

In Python, data types define the type of data that can be stored in variables. Here are the main data types in Python:

1. Numeric Types:

• int: Integer values (e.g., 5, -3, 1000)
• float: Floating-point values (e.g., 3.14, -0.001, 2.0)

2. Sequence Types:

• str: Strings, sequences of characters (e.g., “hello”, ‘Python’, “123”)
• list: Ordered, mutable collections of items (e.g., [1, 2, 3], [‘a’, ‘b’, ‘c’])
• tuple: Ordered, immutable collections of items (e.g., (1, 2, 3), (‘a’, ‘b’, ‘c’))

3. Mapping Type:

• dict: Unordered collections of key-value pairs (e.g., {‘name’: ‘John’, ‘age’: 30})

4. Set Types:

• set: Unordered collections of unique items (e.g., {1, 2, 3}, {‘a’, ‘b’, ‘c’})
• frozenset: Immutable set (similar to set but cannot be changed after creation)

5. Boolean Type:

• bool: Represents truth values, either True or False.

6. None Type:

• None: Represents the absence of a value or a null value.

Additional Types:

• bytes: Immutable sequence of bytes (e.g., b’hello’)
• bytearray: Mutable sequence of bytes (similar to bytes but can be modified)
• memoryview: Memory view objects used to expose the buffer interface to Python code.
• complex: Complex numbers with a real and imaginary part (e.g., 3 + 4j)

Python is dynamically typed, meaning you don’t need to explicitly declare the data type of a variable. The interpreter automatically assigns data types based on the value assigned to the variable. Additionally, Python supports type conversion functions to convert between different data types (e.g., int(), float(), str()).

Understanding these data types is crucial for effectively working with data and writing Python programs. Each data type has its own set of operations and methods for manipulation and processing.

Type casting in Python

Type casting in Python refers to converting a value from one data type to another. Python provides built-in functions for explicit type conversion. Here are the commonly used type casting functions:

1. int():

Converts a value to an integer data type.

x = int("10")  # x will be 10

2. float():

Converts a value to a floating-point data type.

y = float("3.14")  # y will be 3.14

3. str():

Converts a value to a string data type.

z = str(42)  # z will be "42"

4. bool():

Converts a value to a boolean data type.

a = bool(0)  # a will be False
b = bool(1)  # b will be True

5. list(), tuple(), set(), dict():

Converts a sequence or mapping type to the respective data type.

seq = [1, 2, 3]
seq_tuple = tuple(seq)  # seq_tuple will be (1, 2, 3)
seq_set = set(seq)  # seq_set will be {1, 2, 3}

6. bytes(), bytearray():

Converts a value to a bytes or bytearray data type.

b = bytes("hello", 'utf-8')  # b will be b'hello'
ba = bytearray(b)  # ba will be bytearray(b'hello')

7. complex():

Converts a value to a complex number.

c = complex(2, 3)  # c will be 2 + 3j

Note:

• Type casting may result in loss of precision or data if the conversion is not possible.
• It’s essential to ensure that the value being casted can be validly converted to the target data type to avoid errors.
• Some implicit type conversions may also occur in Python, especially in arithmetic operations, where Python will automatically convert operands to a common data type before performing the operation.

print() function in Python

The print() function in Python is used to output data to the standard output (usually the console). It is one of the most commonly used functions and is quite versatile. Let’s explore it in detail with examples and best use cases.

print(*objects, sep=’ ‘, end=’n’, file=None, flush=False)

Print objects to the text stream file, separated by sep and followed by end. sep, end, file, and flush, if present, must be given as keyword arguments.

The print function in Python is a versatile tool that can be customized using several optional parameters. The default signature of the print function is:

print(*objects, sep=' ', end='n', file=None, flush=False)

Here’s a detailed breakdown of each parameter and how you can use them:

1. *objects:
   • This parameter allows you to print multiple objects. Each object can be of any type (e.g., string, integer, list).
   • The * indicates that this parameter can accept a variable number of arguments.
2. sep:
   • This parameter specifies the separator between the objects.
   • The default value is a single space (' ').
   • Example: print("Hello", "world", sep=", ") will output Hello, world.
3. end:
   • This parameter specifies what to print at the end of the output.
   • The default value is a newline character ('n'), which means each print call ends with a newline.
   • Example: print("Hello", end="!") will output Hello! without a newline.
4. file:
   • This parameter specifies the file to which the output should be written.
   • The default value is None, which means output is written to sys.stdout (the console).
   • Example: print("Hello, world", file=sys.stderr) will print the message to the standard error stream instead of the standard output.
5. flush:
   • This parameter specifies whether to forcibly flush the stream.
   • The default value is False.
   • When set to True, it forces the output to be flushed immediately.
   • Example: print("Hello, world", flush=True) will ensure that the output is flushed immediately to the console or file.

Examples

Here are some examples demonstrating the use of these parameters:

Multiple Objects with Custom Separator:

print("apple", "banana", "cherry", sep=", ")

Output:apple, banana, cherry

Custom End Character:

print("Hello", end=" ") print("world") Output:Copy codeHello world

Printing to a File:

with open("output.txt", "w") as f:
    print("Hello, file", file=f)

This will write Hello, file to output.txt.

Flushing the Output:

import time
print("Loading", end="", flush=True)
for i in range(3):
    time.sleep(1)
    print(".", end="", flush=True)
This will immediately print each dot after a 1-second delay, simulating a loading indicator.

The print function in Python is highly configurable, allowing you to customize the output format, destination, and behavior. By understanding and utilizing these parameters, you can control how your program’s output is displayed or logged.

Formatting Strings

Python 3.6+ provides formatted string literals (f-strings) for more complex formatting:

name = "Alice"
age = 30
print(f"Name: {name}, Age: {age}")

Here are some interesting examples using the print() function in Python to demonstrate its versatility and power.

1. Printing with Custom Separator and End

This example prints a list of items with a custom separator and ends the line with an exclamation mark.

items = ["apple", "banana", "cherry"]
print("Items:", *items, sep=", ", end="!n")

Output:

Items: apple, banana, cherry!

2. Creating a Loading Bar

This example uses print() to create a loading bar that updates in place.

import time

print("Loading:", end="")
for i in range(10):
    print("#", end="", flush=True)
    time.sleep(0.2)
print(" Done!")

Output:

Loading:########## Done!

3. Printing to a File

This example demonstrates how to redirect the output of print() to a file.

with open("output.txt", "w") as f:
    print("Hello, file!", file=f)

# To verify, read and print the content of the file
with open("output.txt", "r") as f:
    print(f.read())

Output in the file:

Hello, file!


4. Pretty Printing a Dictionary

This example shows how to print a dictionary in a more readable format.

data = {
    "name": "Alice",
    "age": 30,
    "city": "New York",
    "skills": ["Python", "Data Science", "Machine Learning"]
}

for key, value in data.items():
    print(f"{key}: {value}")

Output:

name: Alice
age: 30
city: New York
skills: ['Python', 'Data Science', 'Machine Learning']

5. Printing with Different Colors (Using ANSI Codes)

This example prints text in different colors using ANSI escape codes.

print("33[91m" + "This is red text" + "33[0m")
print("33[92m" + "This is green text" + "33[0m")
print("33[93m" + "This is yellow text" + "33[0m")
print("33[94m" + "This is blue text" + "33[0m")
print("33[95m" + "This is magenta text" + "33[0m")
print("33[96m" + "This is cyan text" + "33[0m")

Output:

(This output will show in different colors if your terminal supports ANSI escape codes)

6. Aligning Text with format()

This example aligns text using the format() function.

print("{:<10} {:<10} {:<10}".format("Name", "Age", "City"))
print("{:<10} {:<10} {:<10}".format("Alice", 30, "New York"))
print("{:<10} {:<10} {:<10}".format("Bob", 25, "Los Angeles"))
print("{:<10} {:<10} {:<10}".format("Charlie", 35, "Chicago"))

Output:

Name       Age        City
Alice      30         New York
Bob        25         Los Angeles
Charlie    35         Chicago

7. Printing a Table

This example prints a table with headers and rows.

data = [
    {"Name": "Alice", "Age": 30, "City": "New York"},
    {"Name": "Bob", "Age": 25, "City": "Los Angeles"},
    {"Name": "Charlie", "Age": 35, "City": "Chicago"}
]

header = "{:<10} {:<10} {:<15}".format("Name", "Age", "City")
print(header)
print("-" * len(header))
for row in data:
    print("{:<10} {:<10} {:<15}".format(row["Name"], row["Age"], row["City"]))

Output:

Name       Age        City           
------------------------------------
Alice      30         New York      
Bob        25         Los Angeles   
Charlie    35         Chicago       

8. Creating a Simple Progress Bar

This example shows how to create a simple progress bar that updates in place.

import time
import sys

def progress_bar(iterable, total, prefix='', suffix='', length=50, fill='█'):
    for i, item in enumerate(iterable):
        percent = ("{0:.1f}").format(100 * (i / float(total)))
        filled_length = int(length * i // total)
        bar = fill * filled_length + '-' * (length - filled_length)
        print(f'r{prefix} |{bar}| {percent}% {suffix}', end='r')
        yield item
    print()

# Example usage
for _ in progress_bar(range(20), total=20, prefix='Progress:', suffix='Complete', length=50):
    time.sleep(0.1)

Output:

luaCopy codeProgress: |█████████████████████████---------------------| 50.0% Complete
(This output will show a progressing bar if run in a terminal)

These examples demonstrate various ways to use the print() function creatively and effectively to manage output formatting, user feedback, file handling, and more.

Complex Examples:

Table Formatting

Let’s create a more complex example where we format data in a tabular form. We’ll use the str.format() method for this example.

data = [
    {"Name": "Alice", "Age": 30, "Occupation": "Engineer"},
    {"Name": "Bob", "Age": 24, "Occupation": "Data Scientist"},
    {"Name": "Charlie", "Age": 35, "Occupation": "Teacher"}
]

# Calculate the maximum width for each column
max_name_length = max(len(person["Name"]) for person in data)
max_age_length = max(len(str(person["Age"])) for person in data)
max_occ_length = max(len(person["Occupation"]) for person in data)

# Print header
print(f"{'Name'.ljust(max_name_length)} | {'Age'.ljust(max_age_length)} | {'Occupation'.ljust(max_occ_length)}")
print("-" * (max_name_length + max_age_length + max_occ_length + 6))

# Print each row
for person in data:
    name = person["Name"].ljust(max_name_length)
    age = str(person["Age"]).ljust(max_age_length)
    occupation = person["Occupation"].ljust(max_occ_length)
    print(f"{name} | {age} | {occupation}")

Best Use Cases

1. Debugging: Print statements are commonly used for debugging purposes to inspect the values of variables and the flow of execution.
2. Logging: For simple logging purposes, print() can be used to output messages to the console. For more complex logging, the logging module is preferred.
3. User Interaction: Displaying information to the user, such as prompts or instructions.
4. Simple Reports: Generating simple textual reports or summaries that are printed to the console or written to a file.

Example: Interactive Menu

Here’s an example of an interactive menu using the print() function:

def print_menu():
    print("Main Menu")
    print("1. Option One")
    print("2. Option Two")
    print("3. Exit")

def option_one():
    print("You selected Option One.")

def option_two():
    print("You selected Option Two.")

while True:
    print_menu()
    choice = input("Enter your choice: ")
    if choice == '1':
        option_one()
    elif choice == '2':
        option_two()
    elif choice == '3':
        print("Exiting...")
        break
    else:
        print("Invalid choice. Please select a valid option.")

This example demonstrates how the print() function can be used to create a simple interactive menu that responds to user input.

The print() function is a powerful and flexible tool in Python, essential for a wide range of applications from debugging to user interaction. Understanding its parameters (sep, end, file) and how to format strings effectively with f-strings and the str.format() method allows you to create clear, informative output in your programs.

Write a Python function formatted_print that takes a nested list of integers and prints them in a tabular format with right-aligned columns.

Each integer should be printed in a field of width equal to the maximum number of digits in any integer in the nested list. Additionally, the function should print the sum of each row and the sum of each column at the end of the table.

1. The print function should be used to display the formatted table.
2. The function should dynamically determine the width of each field based on the maximum number of digits in the integers.
3. The function should print the sum of each row and each column.

Example

For the input:

data = [
    [3, 45, 123],
    [56, 78, 9],
    [10, 2, 4]
]

The output should be:

  3  45 123 | 171
 56  78   9 | 143
 10   2   4 |  16
-------------
 69 125 136

Solution

Here’s how you could implement the formatted_print function:

def formatted_print(data):
    # Determine the maximum number of digits in any number in the nested list
    max_width = len(str(max(max(row) for row in data)))

    # Calculate the sum of each row
    row_sums = [sum(row) for row in data]

    # Calculate the sum of each column
    num_columns = len(data[0])
    col_sums = [sum(data[row][col] for row in range(len(data))) for col in range(num_columns)]

    # Print each row with formatted numbers
    for i, row in enumerate(data):
        formatted_row = " ".join(f"{num:{max_width}d}" for num in row)
        print(f"{formatted_row} | {row_sums[i]:{max_width}d}")

    # Print the separator line
    print("-" * (max_width * num_columns + num_columns - 1 + 3 + max_width))

    # Print the column sums
    formatted_col_sums = " ".join(f"{num:{max_width}d}" for num in col_sums)
    print(f"{formatted_col_sums}")

# Example usage
data = [
    [3, 45, 123],
    [56, 78, 9],
    [10, 2, 4]
]

formatted_print(data)

Explanation

1. Determine the Maximum Width:
   • Find the largest number in the nested list.
   • Determine the number of digits in this number using len(str(max(...))).
2. Calculate Row and Column Sums:
   • Compute the sum of each row using a list comprehension.
   • Compute the sum of each column using a nested list comprehension.
3. Print the Table:
   • For each row, format each number to be right-aligned within the determined width.
   • Print the formatted row followed by the row sum.
4. Print Separator Line:
   • Print a separator line using - characters. The length is calculated to match the table’s width.
5. Print Column Sums:
   • Print the column sums formatted similarly to the table’s numbers.

This solution demonstrates advanced usage of the print function, string formatting, list comprehensions, and nested data structures in Python.

The input() function in Python

The input() function in Python is used to get user input during the execution of a program. It pauses the program and waits for the user to type something and then press Enter. Whatever the user types is then returned by the input() function as a string.

Here are some key points about input():

• User Input: Pauses the program and waits for the user to enter some text.
• Returns a String: The user’s input is always returned as a string, even if the user enters numbers.
• Optional Prompt: You can optionally provide a message to be displayed before the user input, to instruct the user what kind of input is expected. This message is passed as an argument to the input() function.

Here’s an example of how to use input():

Python

name = input("What is your name? ")
print("Hello, " + name)

In this example, the program prompts the user with the message “What is your name? “. The user then types their name and presses Enter. The input() function then stores the user’s input in the variable name. Finally, the program prints a greeting message that includes the user’s name.

Type Casting:

Since input() always returns a string, if you want to use the user’s input as a number, you’ll need to convert it to the appropriate numerical data type (e.g., int or float) using type casting. Here’s an example:

Python

age = int(input("How old are you? "))
print("You are", age, "years old.")

In this example, the program prompts the user for their age. The input() function returns the user’s input as a string. We then use int() to convert the string to an integer before storing it in the variable age. Finally, the program prints a message that includes the user’s age.

Python syntax refers to the rules and conventions that dictate how Python code is written and structured. Here are some fundamental aspects of Python syntax:

Statements and Indentation:

Python uses indentation to define blocks of code, such as loops, conditionals, and function definitions. Indentation is typically four spaces, but consistency is more important than the actual number of spaces.

Statements are typically written one per line, but you can use a semicolon (;) to write multiple statements on a single line.

Comments:

Comments start with the # character and extend to the end of the line. They are used to document code and are ignored by the Python interpreter.

#symbol is used for comment in python. The keyboard should is largely ‘Ctrl + /’, however in idle uses #’Alt + 3′ to comment.

x = 10 # this is a commment

Variables and Data Types:

Variables are created by assigning a value to a name. Variable names can contain letters, numbers, and underscores but must start with a letter or underscore.

Python supports various data types, including integers, floats, strings, booleans, lists, tuples, dictionaries, and more.

It is possible to assign multiple variable to multiple values respectively in python.

x, y, z = 1, 2.3, "hello"
print(x, y, z)

Another form of multiple assignment is

x = y = z = 1
Multiple assignment makes swapping variable values very easy in python.

x, y = 1, 2
x, y = y, x

Variable naming conventions in Python:

1. Rules:

• Start with a letter or underscore (_): Variable names must begin with a letter (a-z, A-Z) or an underscore. Numbers cannot be the first character.
• Alphanumeric and underscores: The rest of the variable name can contain letters, numbers, and underscores.
• Case-sensitive: Python is case-sensitive. So, age, Age, and AGE are considered different variables.

2. Best Practices:

• Descriptive: Choose names that clearly reflect the variable’s purpose. For example, customer_name is better than x.
• Lowercase with underscores: The most common convention is to use lowercase letters separated by underscores (e.g., total_cost, is_admin).
• Avoid reserved words: Don’t use words that have special meanings in Python (like if, for, def). These are called keywords and cannot be used as variable names.

3. Examples:

• Good: user_input, calculation_result, in_stock
• Bad: x (unclear), userName (mixed case), 1stPlace (starts with a number)

4. Additional Tips:

• Long names: For complex variable names, consider using abbreviations or prefixes (e.g., api_key, num_items).
• Constants: If a variable’s value won’t change, use uppercase letters with underscores (e.g., PI = 3.14159).

Comprehensive list of operators in Python:

1. Arithmetic Operators:
   • Addition: +
   • Subtraction: -
   • Multiplication: *
   • Division: /
   • Floor Division (integer division): //
   • Modulus (remainder): %
   • Exponentiation: **
2. Comparison Operators:
   • Equal to: ==
   • Not equal to: !=
   • Greater than: >
   • Less than: <
   • Greater than or equal to: >=
   • Less than or equal to: <=
3. Assignment Operators:
   • Assign value: =
   • Add and assign: +=
   • Subtract and assign: -=
   • Multiply and assign: *=
   • Divide and assign: /=
   • Floor divide and assign: //=
   • Modulus and assign: %=
   • Exponentiate and assign: **=
4. Logical Operators:
   • Logical AND: and
   • Logical OR: or
   • Logical NOT: not
5. Identity Operators:
   • is: Returns True if both operands are the same object.
   • is not: Returns True if both operands are not the same object.
6. Membership Operators:
   • in: Returns True if a value is present in a sequence (e.g., string, list, tuple).
   • not in: Returns True if a value is not present in a sequence.
7. Bitwise Operators:
   • Bitwise AND: &
   • Bitwise OR: |
   • Bitwise XOR: ^
   • Bitwise NOT (Complement): ~
   • Left Shift: <<
   • Right Shift: >>
8. Unary Operators:
   • Unary plus: +
   • Unary minus: -
9. Ternary Operator:
   • x if condition else y: Returns x if the condition is True, otherwise y.

Here’s a comprehensive explanation of all common operators in Python with coding examples:

1. Arithmetic Operators:

• Perform mathematical operations on numeric values.

2. Comparison Operators:

• Evaluate conditions and return boolean values (True or False).

3. Assignment Operators:

• Assign values to variables.

4. Logical Operators:

• Combine conditional statements.

5. Membership Operators:

• Check if a value is present in a sequence (list, tuple, string).

Order of operations

When more than one operator appears in an expression, the order of evaluation depends on the rules of precedence. For mathematical operators, Python follows mathematical convention. The acronym PEMDAS is a useful way to remember the rules:

• Parentheses have the highest precedence and can be used to force an expression to evaluate in the order you want. Since expressions in parentheses are evaluated first, 2 * (3-1) is 4, and (1+1)**(5-2) is 8. You can also use parentheses to make an expression easier to read, as in (minute * 100) / 60, even if it doesn’t change the result.
• Exponentiation has the next highest precedence, so 2**1+1 is 3, not 4, and 3*1**3 is 3, not 27.
• Multiplication and Division have the same precedence, which is higher than Addition and Subtraction, which also have the same precedence. So 2*3-1 is 5, not 4, and 6+4/2 is 8, not 5.
• Operators with the same precedence are evaluated from left to right. So the expression 5-3-1 is 1, not 3, because the 5-3 happens first and then 1 is subtracted from 2.

When in doubt, always put parentheses in your expressions to make sure the computations are performed in the order you intend.

Below is a comprehensive Python program that demonstrates the use of various operators including arithmetic, comparison, logical, bitwise, assignment, membership, and identity operators. This example aims to cover each type of operator in a meaningful context to illustrate their usage.

# Arithmetic Operators
a = 10
b = 5

addition = a + b               # Addition
subtraction = a - b            # Subtraction
multiplication = a * b         # Multiplication
division = a / b               # Division
floor_division = a // b        # Floor Division
modulus = a % b                # Modulus
exponentiation = a ** b        # Exponentiation

print("Arithmetic Operators:")
print(f"Addition: {addition}")
print(f"Subtraction: {subtraction}")
print(f"Multiplication: {multiplication}")
print(f"Division: {division}")
print(f"Floor Division: {floor_division}")
print(f"Modulus: {modulus}")
print(f"Exponentiation: {exponentiation}")

# Comparison Operators
equal_to = (a == b)            # Equal to
not_equal_to = (a != b)        # Not equal to
greater_than = (a > b)         # Greater than
less_than = (a < b)            # Less than
greater_than_or_equal_to = (a >= b)  # Greater than or equal to
less_than_or_equal_to = (a <= b)     # Less than or equal to

print("nComparison Operators:")
print(f"Equal to: {equal_to}")
print(f"Not equal to: {not_equal_to}")
print(f"Greater than: {greater_than}")
print(f"Less than: {less_than}")
print(f"Greater than or equal to: {greater_than_or_equal_to}")
print(f"Less than or equal to: {less_than_or_equal_to}")

# Logical Operators
logical_and = (a > 0 and b > 0)       # Logical AND
logical_or = (a > 0 or b < 0)         # Logical OR
logical_not = not(a > 0)              # Logical NOT

print("nLogical Operators:")
print(f"Logical AND: {logical_and}")
print(f"Logical OR: {logical_or}")
print(f"Logical NOT: {logical_not}")

# Bitwise Operators
bitwise_and = a & b           # AND
bitwise_or = a | b            # OR
bitwise_xor = a ^ b           # XOR
bitwise_not = ~a              # NOT
left_shift = a << 1           # Left Shift
right_shift = a >> 1          # Right Shift

print("nBitwise Operators:")
print(f"Bitwise AND: {bitwise_and}")
print(f"Bitwise OR: {bitwise_or}")
print(f"Bitwise XOR: {bitwise_xor}")
print(f"Bitwise NOT: {bitwise_not}")
print(f"Left Shift: {left_shift}")
print(f"Right Shift: {right_shift}")

# Assignment Operators
c = 10
c += 5     # Add and assign
c -= 3     # Subtract and assign
c *= 2     # Multiply and assign
c /= 4     # Divide and assign
c //= 2    # Floor divide and assign
c %= 3     # Modulus and assign
c **= 2    # Exponent and assign
c &= 1     # Bitwise AND and assign
c |= 2     # Bitwise OR and assign
c ^= 3     # Bitwise XOR and assign
c <<= 1    # Left shift and assign
c >>= 1    # Right shift and assign

print("nAssignment Operators:")
print(f"Final value of c: {c}")

# Membership Operators
fruits = ["apple", "banana", "cherry"]
in_list = "banana" in fruits          # In
not_in_list = "grape" not in fruits   # Not in

print("nMembership Operators:")
print(f"'banana' in fruits: {in_list}")
print(f"'grape' not in fruits: {not_in_list}")

# Identity Operators
x = [1, 2, 3]
y = x
z = x[:]

is_same = (x is y)               # Is
is_not_same = (x is not z)       # Is not

print("nIdentity Operators:")
print(f"x is y: {is_same}")
print(f"x is not z: {is_not_same}")

# Putting it all together in a simple example
print("nPutting it all together:")

# Arithmetic operation
result = (a + b) * 2

# Comparison
if result >= 30:
    print("Result is greater than or equal to 30")

# Logical operation
if result > 0 and result % 2 == 0:
    print("Result is a positive even number")

# Bitwise operation
bitwise_result = result & 1  # Checking if result is odd

# Membership operation
numbers = [result, bitwise_result, a, b]
if 10 in numbers:
    print("10 is in the numbers list")

# Identity operation
if numbers is not x:
    print("numbers list is not the same object as x list")

This program covers various Python operators and demonstrates how they can be used individually and combined in a more complex example. Each section is labeled to show which type of operator is being used and how it operates on the given data.