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Introduction to Python Programming Glossary

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Define a Function JavaScript

Defining a function means to teach the computer a new command and explain what it should do when receiving that command.

Define a Function

Call a Function JavaScript

Calling a function actually gives the command, so the computer will run the code for that function.

Call a Function

Function Body Python

In Python functions, the function body is the indented block of code that comes after the `def my_function():` line. The function body is what will be executed when the function is called.

Snake Case Python

`snake case` refers to the style of writing in which each space is replaced by an underscore `_` character and the first letter of each word is lowercase.