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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:


The Python return Statement: Usage and Best Practices

In this step-by-step tutorial, you'll learn how to use the Python return statement when writing functions. Additionally, you'll cover some good programming practices related to the use of return. With this knowledge, you'll be able to write readable, robust, and maintainable functions in Python:

→ realpython.com/python-return-statement


Using Google Login With Flask

In this course, you'll create a Flask application that lets users sign in using their Google login. You'll learn about OAuth 2 and OpenID Connect and also find out how to implement some code to handle user session management:

→ realpython.com/courses/using-google-login-flask


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Python's map(): Processing Iterables Without a Loop

In this step-by-step tutorial, you'll learn how Python's map() works and how to use it effectively in your programs. You'll also learn how to use list comprehension and generator expressions to replace map() in a Pythonic and efficient way:

→ realpython.com/python-map-function


The Real Python Podcast – Episode #29: Resolving Package Dependencies With the New Version of Pip

If you use Python, then you probably have used pip to install additional packages from the Python package index. Part of the magic behind pip is the dependency resolver, and there is a new version of it in the latest version of pip. This week on the show, we have Sumana Harihareswara and Georgia Bullen, who have been working on the recent releases of pip. Sumana is the project manager for pip, and Georgia has been working on pip's user experience (UX):

→ realpython.com/podcasts/rpp/29


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