Python Basics - Understanding Tuples in Python: The Immutable Sidekick

 A tuple is an ordered, immutable collection of items. Once created, you can’t modify its contents—which makes it ideal for data that shouldn't change.

This is how a tuple is created

Unpacking a tuple

Key Features

• Ordered: Elements maintain the order you assign.
• Immutable: Unlike lists, you can't alter, add, or remove items.
• Heterogeneous: Can hold different data types.
• Hashable: Useful as dictionary keys or in sets (if all elements are hashable).

When to Use Tuples

• To represent fixed collections, like RGB colors, coordinates, or database records.
• As function return values to return multiple items cleanly.
• When working with dictionaries as keys (since lists can't be keys).

Behind the Scenes

Tuples are lighter on memory and faster to access, making them perfect for performance-critical Python apps. Integrating tuples smartly can help you write cleaner and more efficient code.

Comparison between the collection types : List Vs Tuples