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Glossary
Look up any term from this course. Each entry links back to the lesson that taught it.
| Term | Definition | Lesson |
|---|---|---|
| Function | A named, reusable block of code that performs a specific task; it can take inputs (parameters) and give back a result (return value). | Functions |
| Identifier | The name given to a variable, function or other item in a program; it must follow the language's naming rules. | Variables and Identifiers |
| Python file (.py) | A plain-text file containing Python source code, saved with the extension .py so that Python and editors recognise it. | Setting Up Python |
| Variable | A named location in memory that stores a value, which can change while the program runs. | Variables and Identifiers |
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