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

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


Python Virtual Environments: A Primer

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to use a Python virtual environment to manage your Python projects. You'll also gain a deep understanding of the structure of virtual environments created with the venv module, as well as the rationale behind using virtual environments:

→ realpython.com/python-virtual-environments-a-primer


Advanced Python import Techniques

The Python import system is as powerful as it is useful. In this in-depth video course, you'll learn how to harness this power to improve the structure and maintainability of your code:

→ realpython.com/courses/advanced-import-techniques


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Join us at DevSecCon 2024: Developing AI Trust, hosted by Snyk on October 8-9. Check out the session by Leonardo Zanivan, from Okta titled "How to Secure Node.js Applications from Supply Chain Attacks". Take a look at the exciting lineup of speakers and get some pro tips on devsecops approach to secure development.

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Python 3.13 Preview: A Modern REPL

Python 3.13 will be released in October 2024. In this tutorial, you'll explore one of its new features: a new and modern interactive interpreter, also known as a REPL:

→ realpython.com/python313-repl


The Real Python Podcast – Episode #222: Using Virtual Environments in Docker & Comparing Python Dev Tools

Should you use a Python virtual environment in a Docker container? What are the advantages of using the same development practices locally and inside a container? Christopher Trudeau is back on the show this week, bringing another batch of PyCoder's Weekly articles and projects:

→ realpython.com/podcasts/rpp/222


Quiz: Data Classes in Python

In this quiz, you'll test your understanding of Python data classes. Data classes, a feature introduced in Python 3.7, are a type of class mainly used for storing data. They come with basic functionality already implemented, such as instance initialization, printing, and comparison:

→ realpython.com/quizzes/python-data-classes


Strings and Character Data in Python

In this course, you'll learn how to use Python's rich set of operators, functions, and methods for working with strings. You'll learn how to access and extract portions of strings, and also become familiar with the methods that are available to manipulate and modify string data in Python 3:

→ realpython.com/courses/python-strings


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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