Write Structured Python Programs using Core Syntax, Data Structures, Functions, and Object-Oriented Principles

Learning Objectives

At the end of this theory note, trainees must be able to:

1. Write Python programs using correct core syntax, in accordance with current coding standards.
2. Select and implement the appropriate built-in data structure for a given programming task.
3. Define functions with appropriate parameters, return values, and documentation.
4. Apply object-oriented principles, including classes, objects, inheritance, and encapsulation, to structure a program.
5. Test and debug a Python program using an appropriate development environment.
6. Format and comment code in accordance with recognised Python style conventions (PEP 8).