Pointers in Python: What's the Point

 By realpython - 2021-03-09

Description

In this step-by-step tutorial, you'll get a clearer understanding of Python's object model and learn why pointers don't really exist in Python. You'll also cover ways to simulate pointers in Python wi ...

Summary

  • Watch Now This tutorial has a related video course created by the Real Python team.
  • In this article, you’ll gain a better understanding of Python’s object model and learn why pointers in Python don’t really exist.
  • Understanding this difference is the first key to navigating the landscape of pointers in Python.

 

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  1. Coding (0.34)
  2. NLP (0.03)
  3. Management (0.02)

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