Intro To Python Programming - Reading a File

The video tutorial explains how to read files in Python using the open command within a try-except block to handle potential errors. It covers specifying the file name and mode, reading data into a variable, and printing it. The tutorial also demonstrates handling file errors, such as missing or corrupted files, and concludes with a summary of the process.

What is the significance of the mode 'r' when opening a file?

How does Python handle reading data from an external file?