Python Operators

Python Operators

Operators are used to perform arithmetic operations on values. Python operators do the same work, performing essential mathematical functions. Categorized according to functionality, these operators cover many actions, from basic arithmetic to complex logical evaluations.

The arithmetic operators—which include +, -, *, /, %, **, and //—are primarily used for mathematical calculations that deal with operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. They’re intuitive and function similarly to their counterparts in basic mathematics, making them accessible for beginners.

For example, + is used for adding two numbers, while * is used for multiplication. The use of % for modulus (finding the remainder of a division) and ** for exponentiation (raising a number to the power of another) illustrates Python’s ability to handle more than just elementary calculations.

Now let’s study the different types of Python operators and their precedence / associativity:

• Arithmetic operators

• Assignment operators

• Comparison operators

• Logical operators

• Identity operators

• Membership operators

• Bitwise operators

• Operator precedence and associativity