Python filter() Function
Example
Filter the array, and return a new array with only the values equal to or above 18:
ages = [5, 12, 17, 18, 24, 32]
def myFunc(x):
if x < 18:
return False
else:
return True
adults
= filter(myFunc, ages)
for x in adults:
print(x)
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Definition and Usage
The filter() function returns an iterator
were the items are filtered through a function to test if the item is accepted
or not.
Syntax
filter(function, iterable)
Parameter Values
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| function | A Function to be run for each item in the iterable |
| iterable | The iterable to be filtered |
