Automate Cybersecurity Tasks with Python - Module 2

Question 1

Argument (Python)

Answer 1

The data sent into a function when it’s called

Question 2

Built-in Function

Answer 2

A function that comes with Python and can be used directly

Question 3

Comment

Answer 3

A note in code to explain what it’s doing

Question 4

Function

Answer 4

Code you can reuse

Question 5

Global Variable

Answer 5

A variable you can use anywhere in your code

Question 6

Indentation

Answer 6

Spaces at the start of a line to show code structure

Question 7

Library

Answer 7

A group of modules with useful code

Question 8

Local Variable

Answer 8

A variable used only inside a function

Question 9

Module

Answer 9

A Python file with code like functions and variables

Question 10

Parameter (Python)

Answer 10

A variable in a function that holds input data

Question 11

PEP 8 Style Guide

Answer 11

Rules for writing clear Python code

Question 12

Python Standard Library

Answer 12

A bunch of helpful Python modules you can use

Question 13

Return Statement

Answer 13

Sends a result back from a function

Question 14

Style Guide

Answer 14

Rules for how to format and write code

Question 15

User-Defined Function

Answer 15

A function made by a programmer for a specific task