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Loops – for and while

Loops – for and while

Loops are fundamental constructs in programming that allow for the execution of a block of code multiple times based on certain conditions. This chapter covers two primary types of loops in Python: 'for' loops, which iterate over sequences, and 'while' loops, which continue until a specified condition becomes false. Additionally, control statements like break, continue, and pass are discussed to manage loop behavior more effectively.

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  1. 5
    Loops – For And While

    This section explores loops in Python, focusing on 'for' and 'while' loops,...

  2. 5.1
    What Are Loops?

    Loops allow for executing a block of code multiple times in Python, using...

  3. 5.2
    The For Loop

    The 'for' loop in Python is a powerful construct that allows you to iterate...

  4. 5.3
    The While Loop

    The while loop in Python allows for repeated execution of a block of code as...

  5. 5.4
    Break, Continue, And Pass

    This section discusses the control flow statements 'break', 'continue', and...

  6. 5.5
    Nested Loops

    Nested loops involve placing one loop inside another, allowing for more...

  7. 5.6
    Try It Yourself

    This section presents hands-on exercises to apply knowledge of loops in Python.

What we have learnt

  • Loops enable code execution multiple times based on conditions.
  • For loops are used for iterating over sequences.
  • While loops repeat code block execution while a condition is true.
  • Control statements break, continue, and pass manage loop execution.
  • Nested loops allow for complex iteration scenarios.

Key Concepts

-- Loop
A programming construct that repeats a segment of code multiple times.
-- For Loop
A loop that iterates over a sequence like lists, strings, or ranges.
-- While Loop
A loop that continues execution as long as a specified condition evaluates to true.
-- Break
A control statement that exits a loop immediately.
-- Continue
A control statement that skips the current iteration and continues with the next.
-- Pass
A placeholder statement indicating that nothing happens; often used as a temporary measure.
-- Nested Loop
A loop that exists inside another loop, allowing for multi-level iteration.

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