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Python Intro Flashcards

1
Q

What is Python?

A

A popular programming language created by Guido van Rossum in 1991

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What is Python used for?

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Web development
Software development
Mathematics
System scripting.

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What can Python do?

A

Create web apps
Automate workflows
Connect to databases
Handle big data
Rapid prototyping

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4
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Why use Python?

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Works on many platforms Simple English-like syntax
Concise programs
Fast prototyping
Multi-paradigm

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5
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What is the most recent major Python version?

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Python 3

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Where can Python code be written?

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In a text editor or an integrated development environment like Thonny

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How is Python designed for readability?

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Uses whitespace for indentation instead of braces

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What makes Python syntax unique?

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Influenced by English language and maths
Uses new lines instead of semicolons

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What does Python rely on to define scope?

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Indentation and whitespace instead of curly brackets

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10
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Can Python be used procedurally?

A

Yes

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Can Python be used in an object-oriented way?

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Yes

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12
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Can Python be used functionally?

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Yes

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13
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Does Python work on different platforms?

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Yes!
Windows, Mac, Linux, etc

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14
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Is Python syntax similar to English?

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Yes

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15
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Can Python programs be written with fewer lines than other languages?

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Yes

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16
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How is Python code executed?

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Using an interpreter so it can run as soon as it’s written

17
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Why does an interpreter allow rapid prototyping?

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No compilation step is required before execution

18
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What is the latest security-update-only version?

A

Python 2

19
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What IDEs can be used to write Python?

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Thonny, PyCharm, NetBeans, Eclipse

20
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For what is Python particularly useful when managing larger codebases?

A

IDEs like PyCharm

21
Q

Python Expression Example

A

print(“Hello, World!”)

Python W3Schools Notes (35 decks)

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