Whitespace
Computer Science: KS3, topic 2.3.11
Whitespace
Whitespace is key to Python, since it is used to separate blocks of code.
Indentation
- Indentation is necessary in Python to control program flow.
- Even in languages where it is optional, it is best practice since it makes code more readable.
Blank lines
- Sometimes blank lines can be used to make code more readable.
- In Python, the guidelines are:
- Subroutines should be separated by two blank lines.
- Blank lines can be used sparingly in subroutines to show sections of the subroutine.
- Other lines of code should not have blank space around them.
Test yourself on Whitespace
Why is it always a good idea to use indentation?
Can blank lines be used within subroutines?