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There’s always something going on over at realpython.com as far as Python tutorials go.

Here’s what you may have missed this past week:


Python's unittest: Writing Unit Tests for Your Code

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to use the unittest framework to create unit tests for your Python code. Along the way, you'll also learn how to create test cases, fixtures, test suites, and more:

→ realpython.com/python-unittest


Working With Global Variables in Python Functions

In this video course, you'll learn how to use global variables in Python functions using the global keyword or the built-in globals() function. You'll also learn a few strategies to avoid relying on global variables because they can lead to code that's difficult to understand, debug, and maintain:

→ realpython.com/courses/global-variables-in-python-functions


Securing PyPI and Open Source Ecosystems
Sponsored by ActiveState

Concerned about Python security or the open source ecosystem as a whole? Check out this fireside chat featuring Dustin Ingram, Fellow at the Python Software Foundation, as we discuss trust and security for PyPI and other repositories in light of recent attacks, and initiatives such as Trusted Publishing.

→ Watch the Webinar Recording


Python Sequences: A Comprehensive Guide

This tutorial dives into Python sequences, which is one of the main categories of data types. You'll learn about the properties that make an object a sequence and how to create user-defined sequences:

→ realpython.com/python-sequences


Quiz: The Python calendar Module

In this quiz, you'll test your understanding of the calendar module in Python. It'll evaluate your proficiency in manipulating, customizing, and displaying calendars directly within your terminal. By working through this quiz, you'll revisit the fundamental functions and methods provided by the calendar module:

→ realpython.com/quizzes/python-calendar-module


Logging in Python: A Developer’s Guide
Sponsored by Sentry

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to set up logging in Python using the built-in logging module. You’ll learn the basics of logging, logging variable values and exceptions, configuring custom loggers and formatters, and setting up Sentry's SDK.

→ Read the Blog


The Real Python Podcast – Episode #203: Embarking on a Relaxed and Friendly Python Coding Journey

Do you get stressed while trying to learn Python? Do you prefer to build small programs or projects as you continue your coding journey? This week on the show, Real Python author Stephen Gruppetta is here to talk about his new book, "The Python Coding Book.":

→ realpython.com/podcasts/rpp/203


Quiz: Python Strings and Character Data

Test your understanding of Python strings and character data:

→ realpython.com/quizzes/python-strings


Combining Data in pandas With concat() and merge()

In this video course, you'll learn two techniques for combining data in pandas: merge() and concat(). Combining Series and DataFrame objects in pandas is a powerful way to gain new insights into your data:

→ realpython.com/courses/data-pandas-concat-and-merge


PyCoder's Weekly – Get the Latest Python News & Updates

Become a better Pythonista and stay up-to-date with your weekly dose of Python news & projects:

 → pycoders.com or click here to get the latest issue via email


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