Lists in Python

Lists in Python are mutable collections that can contain items of different data types. This chapter covers how to create lists, access and modify elements, utilize various list methods, and work with nested lists. Iteration over lists using loops is also demonstrated, providing an understanding of how to manipulate list data effectively.

Sections

  • 8

    Lists In Python

    This section introduces the concept and functionality of lists in Python, covering how to create, access, update, and manipulate them.

  • 8.1

    What Is A List?

    A list in Python is a mutable collection of ordered items that can contain elements of various data types.

  • 8.2

    Accessing List Elements

    This section covers how to access elements within a list in Python using indexing and negative indexing.

  • 8.3

    Updating And Deleting Elements

    This section discusses how to update and delete elements in a Python list, demonstrating the use of indexing for modifications.

  • 8.4

    List Operations

    List operations are essential functionality in Python that allow you to manipulate lists through various operations such as length, concatenation, repetition, and membership checks.

  • 8.5

    List Methods

    This section explains the various built-in methods available for manipulating lists in Python.

  • 8.6

    Looping Through A List

    This section introduces students to looping through lists in Python using both `for` and `while` loops.

  • 8.7

    Nested Lists

    Nested lists in Python allow a list to contain other lists as elements, enabling the representation of complex data structures.

  • 8.8

    Exercise

    This section presents exercises aimed at applying the concepts of lists in Python through practical programming challenges.

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  • Lists are ordered and mutab...
  • Indexing allows access to e...
  • Looping through lists can b...

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