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Step-by-Step Guide to Reading Different Files in Python

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 In the world of data science, automation, and general programming, working with files is unavoidable. Whether you’re dealing with CSV reports, JSON APIs, Excel sheets, or text logs, Python provides rich and easy-to-use libraries for reading different file formats. In this guide, we’ll explore how to read different files in Python , with code examples and best practices. 1. Reading Text Files ( .txt ) Text files are the simplest form of files. Python’s built-in open() function handles them effortlessly. Example: # Open and read a text file with open ( "sample.txt" , "r" ) as file: content = file.read() print (content) Explanation: "r" mode means read . with open() automatically closes the file when done. Best Practice: Always use with to handle files to avoid memory leaks. 2. Reading CSV Files ( .csv ) CSV files are widely used for storing tabular data. Python has a built-in csv module and a powerful pandas library. Using cs...

Unix Special Keys That Improve Productivity

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Shared the UNIX terminal shortcut keys. These special keys you can use to stop the program processing, or resume it. An example of a UNIX special key and its use. Special Keys in UNIX much useful to take action when something happens. A scenario where you made some mistake in the input command and you need to stop the further process. Then you can use the CTRL+C command. It is equal to the DELETE command. Unix Keyboard Shortcuts or Special Keys. RETURN key  The RETURN key signifies the end of a line of input. On any terminal, RETURN has a key of its own, or return may be typed by holding down the control key and typing a 'm'. CTRL-m Key Hint: Ctrl-m command is equal to RETURN key in Unix systems DELETE Key The DELETE key stops a program/command immediately, without waiting for it to finish. DELETE can be achieved equivalently with ctrl-c. Hint: Ctrl-c Command you can use to interrupt the process. CTRL-s Key Ctrl-s pauses the output and the program is suspended until you sta...