Python lists: The basics of a common way to store groups of objects in Python

The video tutorial explains Python lists, a collection type that stores objects in a specific order. It covers list properties, accessing items using indices, including negative indices, and introduces nested lists. The tutorial also discusses iteration using loops, list methods like append and pop, and performance considerations when modifying lists. Finally, it highlights testing for item presence in lists and suggests using dictionaries or sets for efficient membership testing.

Describe the difference between appending and popping elements in a list.

What are the performance implications of inserting or removing items from a list?