Python Fundamentals
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What is the purpose of inheritance in object-oriented programming?

  • To create an instance of a class
  • To inherit attributes and methods from a parent class (correct)
  • To create a new class from scratch
  • To override parent class methods

    • In Python, lists are immutable data structures.

    False

    What is the purpose of the 'print' function in Python?

    To output text to the console

    In Python, the _______ operator is used to assign a value to a variable.

    <p>assignment (=)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following control structures with their descriptions:

    <p>For Loop = Used for iterating over sequences While Loop = Used for conditional iteration If Statement = Used for conditional execution of code Break = Exits the loop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of encapsulation in object-oriented programming?

    <p>To hide internal state and expose only necessary information through methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Python, tuples are mutable data structures.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 'and' operator in Python?

    <p>To perform a logical AND operation between two conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Python, the _______ character is used to denote the start of a block-level structure.

    <p>space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the data structure that stores an unordered collection of unique items?

    <p>Set</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following data structures with their descriptions:

    <p>List = Ordered collection of items, can be modified Tuple = Ordered, immutable collection of items Dictionary = Unordered collection of key-value pairs Set = Unordered collection of unique items</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Object-Oriented Programming

    • Classes and Objects:
      • A class defines a blueprint for creating objects
      • An object is an instance of a class
      • Classes have attributes (data) and methods (functions)
    • Inheritance:
      • A child class inherits attributes and methods from a parent class
      • Child classes can override parent class methods
    • Polymorphism:
      • Methods can have different implementations depending on the object type
      • Method overriding and method overloading

    Data Structures

    • Lists:
      • Ordered collection of items
      • Indexed, sliced, and concatenated
      • Mutable (can be modified)
    • Tuples:
      • Ordered, immutable collection of items
      • Used for data that should not be changed
    • Dictionaries:
      • Unordered collection of key-value pairs
      • Keys are unique, values can be any type

    Basic Syntax

    • Indentation:
      • Used to define block-level structure
      • Four spaces are standard for indentation
    • Variables:
      • Assigned using the assignment operator (=)
      • Can be reassigned
    • Print Function:
      • Used to output text to the console
      • print() function

    Conditionals

    • If Statements:
      • Used for conditional execution of code
      • if, elif, and else clauses
    • Conditional Expressions:
      • Used for concise conditional statements
      • value_if_true if condition else value_if_false
    • Logical Operators:
      • and, or, and not operators

    Loops

    • For Loops:
      • Used for iterating over sequences
      • for variable in iterable:
    • While Loops:
      • Used for conditional iteration
      • while condition:
    • Break and Continue:
      • break exits the loop
      • continue skips to the next iteration

    Functions

    • Defining Functions:
      • def function_name(parameters):
      • Functions can take arguments and return values
    • Function Calls:
      • Functions can be called with arguments
      • function_name(arg1, arg2, ...)
    • Lambda Functions:
      • Concise, single-line functions
      • lambda arguments: expression

    Object-Oriented Programming

    • A class defines a blueprint for creating objects, which are instances of the class, with attributes (data) and methods (functions).
    • Attributes are data that describe the object, while methods are functions that operate on the object.

    Inheritance

    • A child class inherits attributes and methods from a parent class, allowing for code reuse and a hierarchical organization of classes.
    • Child classes can override parent class methods to provide specific implementations.

    Polymorphism

    • Methods can have different implementations depending on the object type, allowing for more flexibility and generic coding.
    • Method overriding and method overloading are two forms of polymorphism.

    Data Structures

    Lists

    • A list is an ordered collection of items, which can be indexed, sliced, and concatenated.
    • Lists are mutable, meaning they can be modified after creation.

    Tuples

    • A tuple is an ordered, immutable collection of items, used for data that should not be changed.
    • Tuples are similar to lists but are immutable.

    Dictionaries

    • A dictionary is an unordered collection of key-value pairs, where keys are unique and values can be any type.
    • Dictionaries are mutable, meaning they can be modified after creation.

    Basic Syntax

    Indentation

    • Indentation is used to define block-level structure in code, with four spaces being the standard indentation.

    Variables

    • Variables are assigned using the assignment operator (=) and can be reassigned.
    • Variables can hold any type of value, including strings, numbers, and more.
    • The print() function is used to output text to the console.
    • The print() function can take multiple arguments, which are separated by spaces.

    Conditionals

    If Statements

    • If statements are used for conditional execution of code, with if, elif, and else clauses.
    • If statements evaluate a condition and execute a block of code if the condition is true.

    Conditional Expressions

    • Conditional expressions are used for concise conditional statements, with a syntax of value_if_true if condition else value_if_false.
    • Conditional expressions evaluate a condition and return one of two values based on the outcome.

    Logical Operators

    • Logical operators (and, or, and not) are used to combine conditional statements and evaluate complex conditions.

    Loops

    For Loops

    • For loops are used for iterating over sequences, with a syntax of for variable in iterable:.
    • For loops execute a block of code for each item in the iterable.

    While Loops

    • While loops are used for conditional iteration, with a syntax of while condition:.
    • While loops execute a block of code while a condition is true.

    Break and Continue

    • The break statement exits the loop, while the continue statement skips to the next iteration.
    • Both statements are used to control the flow of loops.

    Functions

    Defining Functions

    • Functions are defined using the def keyword, with a syntax of def function_name(parameters):.
    • Functions can take arguments and return values.

    Function Calls

    • Functions can be called with arguments, using a syntax of function_name(arg1, arg2,...).
    • Functions can be used to organize code and reduce repetition.

    Lambda Functions

    • Lambda functions are concise, single-line functions, with a syntax of lambda arguments: expression.
    • Lambda functions are used for small, one-time-use functions.

    Object-Oriented Programming

    • A class defines a blueprint for creating objects, which have attributes (data) and methods (functions) that operate on that data.
    • Inheritance allows a child class to inherit attributes and methods from a parent class, enabling code reuse and hierarchy.
    • Polymorphism enables methods with the same name to behave differently based on the class of the object, increasing flexibility.
    • Encapsulation hides the internal state of an object, exposing only necessary information through methods, promoting data hiding and abstraction.

    Data Structures

    • Lists are ordered collections of items that can be modified, allowing for insertion, deletion, and indexing.
    • Tuples are ordered, immutable collections of items that cannot be changed after creation.
    • Dictionaries are unordered collections of key-value pairs, allowing for fast lookups and flexible data storage.
    • Sets are unordered collections of unique items, providing a mathematical set data structure.

    Basic Syntax

    • Indentation uses spaces (not tabs) to denote block-level structure, providing visual hierarchy and readability.
    • Variables are assigned values using a single equals sign (=), while comparison is performed with a double equals sign (==).
    • Basic operators include arithmetic (+, -, *, /, **) and logical operators (and, or, not).
    • The print() function is used to output text to the console, providing a basic output mechanism.

    Conditionals

    • If-else statements use if condition: code, elif condition: code, else: code syntax to control program flow.
    • Conditional operators (and, or, not) enable complex conditional logic and flow control.
    • Comparison operators (==, !=, >, <, etc.) evaluate conditions and enable decision-making in code.

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