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Python is a dynamically typed, high-level interpreted programming language. Its design focuses on clear syntax, an intuitive approach to object-oriented programming, and making the right way to do things obvious. Python supports modules and exceptions, and has an extensive standard module library. Python is general-purpose and thus used widely, from the web to embedded systems.

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Are small amounts of functional programming understandable by non-FP people?

For me: Yes, but I have come to understand, that the Python community often seems to consider list comprehensions a cleaner solution than using map()/filter(). … He googles for the Python documentation and knows how it works five minutes later. Otherwise, he shouldn't be programming in Python. map() and filter() are extremely simple. …
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Confusion regarding def function within Python

First, you need to understand what functions are used for. You might say, that a function provides a service: It does something for you. Functions Provide a service don't know you exist A printer …
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