Some Cool IPython Tips

Ben Cook • Posted 2017-02-25 • Last updated 2021-10-15

The IPython shell is a fast way to evaluate small bits of code. It also functions as a mighty fine calculator.

Parentheses Do Not a Tuple Make

Ben Cook • Posted 2017-02-04 • Last updated 2021-10-15

The problem Tuples are immutable sequences in Python. One common way to create a tuple is to put comma separated values in between parentheses. There are a few circumstances where you might prefer an immutable sequence over a mutable one, like a list. One reason they can be useful is … Read more