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Data Types in Python
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Data Types in Python

Data Types in Python

1. Getting Familiar With Numbers in Python
Numerical Data Type in GeneralMutable or Immutable?Integer NumbersCompulsory MathComplicated MathChallenge: Time CalculationHow to Define a Type
2. True or False?
Introduction to Boolean Data TypeChallenge: Comparison OperatorsAnd, Or, Not OperatorsChallenge: Boosting Logical SkillsChallenge: The Not StatementChallenge: Logical StatementsPriorities
3. Strings
Print Your StringQuotation MarksGet Acquainted With IndexationSlice the WordNegative IndexationSlice the PhraseSlicing TaskHow to Find the String LengthGet the Index of the SymbolFind the Word IndexChallenge: Slicing with Index FunctionIs String Mutable?Merge Strings
4. Bring All the Topics Together
Convert TypesUseful ConvertingConverting: float()Converting: bool()Converting: str()Math in StringsCompare Strings

bookIs String Mutable?

You may recall something about mutable and immutable data types. Immutable cannot be changed .

But what about strings? They are immutable. We cannot change a string directly, only with special operations. We will not have knowledge of the outcome unless we make an attempt. Therefore, let us examine this example.


              
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string = "What does it really take to be first past the post?"

string[0] = 'k'
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TypeError 😔

It is difficult to disagree with the assertion that modifying strings is essential. Just as individuals can alter their viewpoints, we should permit strings to undergo similar changes.

The replace() method was implemented to solve this problem. It has the following syntax: string.replace(old_word, new_word). By the way, each method that can be implemented for string just creates new string because the current one cannot be modified. Look at the example in which I want to change seafood to fish:


              
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string = "I would like to order seafood"
# I changed my mind and want to order fish now
new_string = string.replace('seafood','fish')

# The previous order
print(string)
# The current order
print(new_string)
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Task

As I said before, practice is the key to success; hence, here is another occasion to do it!

Correct the mistakes in the sentences string1, string2, and string3 to make them truthful. You should receive the following results:

  1. Paris is the capital of France.
  2. Brasilia is located in South America.
  3. Monkeys eat bananas.

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Section 3. Chapter 12
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bookIs String Mutable?

You may recall something about mutable and immutable data types. Immutable cannot be changed .

But what about strings? They are immutable. We cannot change a string directly, only with special operations. We will not have knowledge of the outcome unless we make an attempt. Therefore, let us examine this example.


              
123

            
string = "What does it really take to be first past the post?"

string[0] = 'k'
copy

TypeError 😔

It is difficult to disagree with the assertion that modifying strings is essential. Just as individuals can alter their viewpoints, we should permit strings to undergo similar changes.

The replace() method was implemented to solve this problem. It has the following syntax: string.replace(old_word, new_word). By the way, each method that can be implemented for string just creates new string because the current one cannot be modified. Look at the example in which I want to change seafood to fish:


              
12345678

            
string = "I would like to order seafood"
# I changed my mind and want to order fish now
new_string = string.replace('seafood','fish')

# The previous order
print(string)
# The current order
print(new_string)
copy

Task

As I said before, practice is the key to success; hence, here is another occasion to do it!

Correct the mistakes in the sentences string1, string2, and string3 to make them truthful. You should receive the following results:

  1. Paris is the capital of France.
  2. Brasilia is located in South America.
  3. Monkeys eat bananas.

Switch to desktopSwitch to desktop for real-world practiceContinue from where you are using one of the options below
Everything was clear?

How can we improve it?

Thanks for your feedback!

Section 3. Chapter 12
toggle bottom row

bookIs String Mutable?

You may recall something about mutable and immutable data types. Immutable cannot be changed .

But what about strings? They are immutable. We cannot change a string directly, only with special operations. We will not have knowledge of the outcome unless we make an attempt. Therefore, let us examine this example.


              
123

            
string = "What does it really take to be first past the post?"

string[0] = 'k'
copy

TypeError 😔

It is difficult to disagree with the assertion that modifying strings is essential. Just as individuals can alter their viewpoints, we should permit strings to undergo similar changes.

The replace() method was implemented to solve this problem. It has the following syntax: string.replace(old_word, new_word). By the way, each method that can be implemented for string just creates new string because the current one cannot be modified. Look at the example in which I want to change seafood to fish:


              
12345678

            
string = "I would like to order seafood"
# I changed my mind and want to order fish now
new_string = string.replace('seafood','fish')

# The previous order
print(string)
# The current order
print(new_string)
copy

Task

As I said before, practice is the key to success; hence, here is another occasion to do it!

Correct the mistakes in the sentences string1, string2, and string3 to make them truthful. You should receive the following results:

  1. Paris is the capital of France.
  2. Brasilia is located in South America.
  3. Monkeys eat bananas.

Switch to desktopSwitch to desktop for real-world practiceContinue from where you are using one of the options below
Everything was clear?

How can we improve it?

Thanks for your feedback!

You may recall something about mutable and immutable data types. Immutable cannot be changed .

But what about strings? They are immutable. We cannot change a string directly, only with special operations. We will not have knowledge of the outcome unless we make an attempt. Therefore, let us examine this example.


              
123

            
string = "What does it really take to be first past the post?"

string[0] = 'k'
copy

TypeError 😔

It is difficult to disagree with the assertion that modifying strings is essential. Just as individuals can alter their viewpoints, we should permit strings to undergo similar changes.

The replace() method was implemented to solve this problem. It has the following syntax: string.replace(old_word, new_word). By the way, each method that can be implemented for string just creates new string because the current one cannot be modified. Look at the example in which I want to change seafood to fish:


              
12345678

            
string = "I would like to order seafood"
# I changed my mind and want to order fish now
new_string = string.replace('seafood','fish')

# The previous order
print(string)
# The current order
print(new_string)
copy

Task

As I said before, practice is the key to success; hence, here is another occasion to do it!

Correct the mistakes in the sentences string1, string2, and string3 to make them truthful. You should receive the following results:

  1. Paris is the capital of France.
  2. Brasilia is located in South America.
  3. Monkeys eat bananas.

Switch to desktopSwitch to desktop for real-world practiceContinue from where you are using one of the options below
Section 3. Chapter 12
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