Iterators in Python
Explore how iterators work in Python by implementing __iter__ and __next__ magic methods. Understand how to create custom iterator classes, manage infinite loops, and use the StopIteration exception for controlled iteration. This lesson deepens your knowledge of Python's iteration protocol and compatibility differences between Python 2 and 3.
We'll cover the following...
We'll cover the following...
In the previous lesson, we pondered over the decency of the for loop. Now let’s unveil it and see the magic behind it.
What is an iterator?
In Python, an iterator is an object that implements the __iter__ and __next__ dunder methods.
⚙️ Note: Dunder methods are methods having two prefix and suffix underscores in the method name. They are also known as ...