Control structures are fundamental building blocks in programming that allow you to dictate the flow of execution based on conditions or repetitions.
In this chapter, you will learn about decision-making statements and looping constructs in Python which help in controlling the behavior of programs dynamically.
Key Topics Covered
- If Statement: Execute code blocks based on a condition.
- If-Else Statement: Provide alternative blocks of code when conditions are true or false.
- If-Elif-Else Statement: Handle multiple conditions with several decision branches.
- While Loop: Repeat code as long as a condition remains true.
- For Loop: Iterate over sequences such as lists, strings, or ranges.
Why Control Structures Matter
Using control structures allows programs to make decisions and perform repetitive tasks efficiently. Without them, programs would be limited to executing code linearly.
What You Will Learn
- Syntax and usage of various conditional statements in Python.
- How to use loops to execute repetitive tasks.
- Writing clean, readable, and efficient control flow logic.