Welcome to the Python Standard Library documentation! This section provides an overview of the standard Python library, which includes a wide range of modules for various purposes such as file operations, networking, data handling, and more.
Modules Overview
Here's a brief overview of some of the key modules available in the Python Standard Library:
- File Operations:
os,os.path,shutil,tarfile,gzip - Networking:
socket,ssl,http.client,urllib - Data Handling:
json,csv,datetime,math,random - Text Processing:
re,string,html,xml - System Resources:
sys,subprocess,threading,queue
File Operations
File operations are a fundamental part of programming. Python provides several modules to handle file operations efficiently.
os: This module provides a portable way of using operating system dependent functionality.os.path: This module offers functions for manipulating paths.shutil: This module offers a portable way of using operating system dependent functionality for file operations.tarfile: This module allows you to work with tar archives.gzip: This module allows you to work with gzip files.
For more information on file operations, you can visit our File Operations Documentation.
Networking
Networking is essential for modern applications. Python's standard library provides several modules to handle networking tasks.
socket: This module allows you to use the socket interface for network communication.ssl: This module allows you to create secure sockets.http.client: This module provides a simple client-side implementation of HTTP.urllib: This module provides a convenient way to fetch URLs.
For more information on networking, you can visit our Networking Documentation.
Data Handling
Data handling is a critical aspect of programming. Python's standard library offers several modules to handle various types of data.
json: This module allows you to work with JSON data.csv: This module provides functions for reading and writing CSV files.datetime: This module allows you to work with dates and times.math: This module provides mathematical functions.random: This module allows you to generate random numbers.
For more information on data handling, you can visit our Data Handling Documentation.
Text Processing
Text processing is an essential skill for many programming tasks. Python's standard library provides several modules to handle text processing.
re: This module allows you to work with regular expressions.string: This module provides a collection of string constants.html: This module allows you to work with HTML and XML data.xml: This module allows you to work with XML data.
For more information on text processing, you can visit our Text Processing Documentation.
System Resources
System resources are essential for managing your application's resources efficiently.
sys: This module provides access to some variables used or maintained by the interpreter and to functions that interact strongly with the interpreter.subprocess: This module allows you to spawn new processes, connect to their input/output/error pipes, and obtain their return codes.threading: This module allows you to work with threads.queue: This module allows you to work with queues.
For more information on system resources, you can visit our System Resources Documentation.