Sample Class Notes – Introduction to
Python Programming
Topic: Python Basics
Key Points
● Python is a high-level, interpreted programming language.
● Variables do not require explicit type declarations.
● Common data types include:
○ Integer (int)
○ Float (float)
○ String (str)
○ Boolean (bool)
○ List (list)
○ Dictionary (dict)
Conditional Statements
● if
● elif
● else
Loops
● for loop
● while loop
Functions
● Defined using the def keyword.
● Improve code reusability.
● Can accept parameters and return values.
Summary
Python is beginner-friendly and widely used in web development, automation, data science, and
artificial intelligence.