Working With Python's Built-in Exceptions

Joseph Peart
Joseph Peart 13 Lessons 56m intermediate python

Python has a complete set of built-in exceptions that provide a quick and efficient way to handle errors and exceptional situations in your code. Knowing the most commonly used built-in exceptions is key for you as a Python developer. This knowledge will help you debug code because each exception has a specific meaning that can shed light on your debugging process.

You’ll also be able to handle and raise most of the built-in exceptions in your Python code, which is a great way to deal with errors and exceptional situations without having to create your own custom exceptions.

In this video course, you’ll:

  • Learn what errors and exceptions are in Python
  • Understand how Python organizes the built-in exceptions within a class hierarchy
  • Explore the most commonly used built-in exceptions
  • Learn how to handle and raise built-in exceptions in your code

What’s Included:

  • 13 Lessons
  • Video Subtitles and Full Transcripts
  • 2 Downloadable Resources
  • Accompanying Text-Based Tutorial
  • Interactive Quiz to Check Your Progress
  • Q&A With Python Experts: Ask a Question
  • Certificate of Completion

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About Joseph Peart

Joseph is a software developer, data geek, bootcamp instructor, and board game enthusiast. He lives in Canada with his wife and cats. He loves learning new things, teaching those things to other people, and talking about himself in the third person.

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