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When should you use def instead of lambda?
Short answer. When logic needs many lines, loops or error handling, a reusable name, or testing.
What is lambda best for?
Tiny, one-time jobs.
Choose def when
| Logic needs many lines |
| You need loops or try-except |
| You want a reusable name |
| Others must test and debug it |
Remember
| lambda: tiny, one-time jobs |
| def: everything bigger |
Should you use lambdas everywhere? No. Choose def when logic needs many lines. Or when you need loops or error handling. Or want a reusable name. Or others must test it. Lambda for tiny, one time jobs. Def for everything bigger.
This clip is from the full lesson: Lambda Functions — 6 minutes, with the tables, the quick answers and the whole lesson in text.
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