What exactly are data structures?

Python has four in-built data structures that are used to store and organise data in an effective and efficient way – tuples, lists, dictionary, and sets. But what exactly are data structures, their utility, and their role in Python’s data analytics applications?

Watch the video to learn what exactly a data structure is.

Reflect

After watching the video, think about the following question and share your responses in the comments section:

• How do you see data structures being useful in the field of data analytics?
• How are you planning to leverage data structures to conduct data analysis in your field?

Next, we will learn the four data structures in Python in detail.