Python Basics: Dictionaries

 

What Is a Dictionary in Python?

A dictionary is a built-in data type that lets you store data in key-value pairs. Instead of accessing values by a number (like in a list), you access them by their label.

Syntax

When to Use Dictionaries

Use them when:

• When working with Json data
• This works well with data returned from Database / backend
• You want fast lookup by a unique key
• You're organizing settings, user profiles, configurations, etc

Common methods used with dictionaries

See the following code and try it yourself