Beginning Python (Video 36)

This video tutorial explores the Python API, focusing on the standard library and its documentation. It covers the math module, demonstrating functions like factorial, and introduces shell utilities for file operations. The HTTP module is also discussed, with a simple server setup example. The video concludes with a preview of creating custom modules in the next session.

What is the primary purpose of the Python Standard Library documentation?

• To give a history of Python development.

• To provide a list of all available Python modules and their usage.

• To list Python's competitors.

• To offer tutorials on Python programming.

Which function in the math module calculates the factorial of a number?

• log()

• exp()

• sqrt()

• factorial()

What error does the factorial function raise if the input is not an integer?

• TypeError

• ValueError

• IndexError

• KeyError

Which module is used for file operations like copying files in Python?

• fileutil

• sys

• os

• shutil

What is the first step to use the copyfile function from the shutil module?

• Open a terminal.

• Write a script.

• Create a new file.

• Import the shutil module.

Which submodule of the HTTP module allows you to host a server?

• HTTPHandler

• HTTPServer

• HTTPClient

• HTTPCookie

What is the default behavior of a simple HTTP server when accessed via a browser?

• Sends an email.

• Displays the directory contents.

• Runs a Python script.

• Deletes files.