Course 7 Module 2 Glossary

Argument (Python)

The data brought into a function when it is called

Built-in function

A function that exists within Python and can be called directly

Comment

A note programmers make about the intention behind their code

Function

A section of code that can be reused in a program

Global variable

A variable that is available through the entire program

Indentation

Space added at the beginning of a line of code

Library

A collection of modules that provide code users can access in their programs

Local variable

A variable assigned within a function

Module

A Python file that contains additional functions, variables, classes, and any kind of runnable code

Parameter (Python)

An object that is included in a function definition for use in that function

PEP 8 style guide

A resource that provides stylistic guidelines for programmers working in Python

Python Standard Library

An extensive collection of Python code that often comes packaged with Python

Return statement

A Python statement that executes inside a function and sends information back to the function call

Style guide

A manual that informs the writing, formatting, and design of documents

User-defined function

A function that programmers design for their specific needs