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Intermediate Python Techniques

1. Mastering Packing and Unpacking in Python

Unpacking in Python: Extracting Values from Lists and Tuples Packing in Python: Grouping Multiple Values into a Single Variable Using Packing and Unpacking for Efficient Code in Python Challenge: Mastering Dictionary Unpacking in Python Challenge: The Champions League

2. Mastering Function Arguments in Python

Python Function Arguments: Overview of Parameters and Arguments Using *args in Python: Handling Variable-Length Positional Arguments Challenge: Calculating the Average Mark with *args Using **kwargs in Python: Flexible Keyword Arguments for Dynamic Functions Challenge: Mastering **kwargs in Python Functions

3. Function as an Argument in Python

High-Order Functions in Python: Passing Functions as Arguments Lambda Functions in Python: Writing Concise and Anonymous Functions Using Python Built-in Functions

4. Understanding Variable Scope in Python

Global Variables in Python: Accessing and Modifying Global Data Local Variables in Python: Understanding Function-Level Scope Challenge: Modifying a Global Variable in Python Nested Functions in Python: Scope and Accessibility Nonlocal Variables in Python: Working with Enclosed Scopes Python Closures: Retaining State in Nested Functions Challenge: Implementing a Threshold Checker with Closures

5. Mastering Python Decorators

Introduction to Python Decorators Python Decorator Syntax: Writing and Applying Decorators Challenge: Create Your First Python Decorator Using Decorators with Parameters in Python Chaining Multiple Decorators: Advanced Function Modifications Challenge: Basic Smores Recipe Practical Examples of Python Decorator Usage in Real Applications

Unpacking in Python: Extracting Values from Lists and Tuples

Unpacking is a powerful and versatile concept. This feature allows you to extract values from various iterable data structures, such as tuples, lists, dictionaries, ranges, and even strings. The opposite action is packing. Often, these two concepts are used together simultaneously. Let's break down the topic step by step.

First of all, let's compare unpacking and packing.

Python can both pack and unpack values from iterables in a single assignment. To perform packing, use the * iterable unpacking operator before the variable name.


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# unpacking
a, b, c = (1, 2, 3)  # a = 1, b = 2, c = 3
print(f"a = {a}, b = {b}, c = {c}")

# packing
a, b, *c = 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 # a = 1, b = 2, c = [3, 4, 5]
print(f"a = {a}, b = {b}, c = {c}")

You will encounter errors if you attempt to unpack a different no of values than variables.


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a, b = 1, 2, 3 # ValueError: too many values to unpack
a, b, c, d = 1, 2, 3 # ValueError: not enough values to unpack

The value on the right side can be a tuple, list, generator, range, dictionary, set, or string. Let's explore each of these with examples.

Note

All values that are written in one line and separated by commas but without parentheses are one tuple. 1, 2, 3 same as (1, 2, 3)

The set is an unordered collection of data.

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Let's practice a little bit.

There is a tuple and you need to unpack it as in the example above.
Use the name, age, career variables.
Print it out to see the result.

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Unpacking in Python: Extracting Values from Lists and Tuples

First of all, let's compare unpacking and packing.

Python can both pack and unpack values from iterables in a single assignment. To perform packing, use the * iterable unpacking operator before the variable name.


              1234567
            
# unpacking
a, b, c = (1, 2, 3)  # a = 1, b = 2, c = 3
print(f"a = {a}, b = {b}, c = {c}")

# packing
a, b, *c = 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 # a = 1, b = 2, c = [3, 4, 5]
print(f"a = {a}, b = {b}, c = {c}")

You will encounter errors if you attempt to unpack a different no of values than variables.


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a, b = 1, 2, 3 # ValueError: too many values to unpack
a, b, c, d = 1, 2, 3 # ValueError: not enough values to unpack

The value on the right side can be a tuple, list, generator, range, dictionary, set, or string. Let's explore each of these with examples.

Note

All values that are written in one line and separated by commas but without parentheses are one tuple. 1, 2, 3 same as (1, 2, 3)

The set is an unordered collection of data.

python

Taak

Swipe to start coding

Let's practice a little bit.

There is a tuple and you need to unpack it as in the example above.
Use the name, age, career variables.
Print it out to see the result.

Oplossing

Schakel over naar desktop voor praktijkervaringGa verder vanaf waar je bent met een van de onderstaande opties

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Sectie 1. Hoofdstuk 1

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