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Python for Data Engineering

This guide is designed to take you from an absolute beginner to a solid understanding of Python for

Data Engineering.

It covers essential topics that are critical for preparing for a Data Engineering interview, focusing on

foundational concepts

with practical exercises to reinforce learning.

Guide Outline:

1. Introduction to Python

2. Python Fundamentals

3. Control Flow in Python

4. Functions in Python

5. Data Structures (Lists, Dictionaries, Sets)

6. File Handling

7. Introduction to Pandas

8. Exercises for Practice


1. Introduction to Python

Python is a powerful, high-level, interpreted programming language known for its simplicity and

readability.

In this section, you'll learn how to install Python, set up your environment, and write your first Python

script.

- Installing Python: Visit the official Python website (https://python.org) and download the

appropriate version.

- Setting up an IDE: We recommend using VS Code or PyCharm for writing Python code.

- Writing your first script: Open your IDE, and type the following code:

print("Hello, World!")

Run your script to see the output.

2. Python Fundamentals

In this section, you will learn about variables, data types, and basic operators.

- Data Types: Python supports several data types such as strings, integers, floats, booleans, and

more.

Example:

name = "John" # String

age = 30 # Integer

height = 5.9 # Float

is_student = False # Boolean


- Operators: Learn arithmetic, comparison, and logical operators.

Example:

sum = 5 + 3 # Addition

is_equal = (5 == 3) # Comparison

Exercises:

1. Write a Python program to swap two variables.

2. Create a program that checks if a number is even or odd.

3. Control Flow

Control flow refers to the order in which statements are executed in a program.

- If-Else Statements: Use if-else to make decisions in your code.

Example:

number = 10

if number > 0:

print("Positive number")

else:

print("Negative number")

- Loops: For and While loops allow repeated execution of a block of code.

Example:

for i in range(5):

print(i)

Exercises:
1. Write a program that prints the multiplication table of a given number using a for loop.

2. Create a program that finds the sum of all numbers in a list using a while loop.

4. Functions in Python

Functions allow you to break your code into reusable blocks.

- Defining Functions: Use the 'def' keyword to define a function.

Example:

def greet(name):

return f"Hello, {name}"

- Calling Functions: You can call a function by passing required arguments.

Example:

message = greet("Alice")

print(message)

Exercises:

1. Write a function that takes two numbers as input and returns their sum.

2. Create a function that calculates the factorial of a given number.

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