Python Snippets
The Python snippet collection contains helper functions for Python 3.6. It includes utilities for most common data types, such as primitivies, lists, dictionaries and date objects.
Pluck values from list of dictionaries
Python, List
Converts a list of dictionaries into a list of values corresponding to the specified
key.Tip: Avoid using bare except in Python
Python, Error
It's generally not a good idea to use bare
exceptclause in Python, but do you know why?Tip: 2 ways to format a string in Python
Python, String
Learn two ways to format a string in Python with this quick tip.
Understanding Python's slice notation
Python, List
Learn everything you need to know about Python's slice notation with this handy guide.
Bifurcate list based on values
Python, List
Splits values into two groups, based on the result of the given
filterlist.Find matching value
Python, List
Finds the value of the first element in the given list that satisfies the provided testing function.
Find last matching value
Python, List
Finds the value of the last element in the given list that satisfies the provided testing function.
Invert dictionary
Python, Dictionary
Inverts a dictionary with unique hashable values.
Merge dictionaries
Python, Dictionary
Merges two or more dictionaries.
Understanding Python's slice assignment
Python, List
Learn everything you need to know about Python's slice assignment with this handy guide.
Split list into chunks
Python, List
Chunks a list into smaller lists of a specified size.
Split list into n chunks
Python, List
Chunks a list into
nsmaller lists.Find parity outliers
Python, List
Finds the items that are parity outliers in a given list.
RGB to hex
Python, String
Converts the values of RGB components to a hexadecimal color code.
Sort dictionary by key
Python, Dictionary
Sorts the given dictionary by key.