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Python Date Formatting
Formatting Dates in Python
Python date formatting uses strftime, with ISO format support.
Introduction to Python Date Formatting
Python provides powerful tools for handling and formatting dates. One of the primary methods is using the strftime function, which allows you to format dates in a readable way. Additionally, Python supports ISO 8601 format for date representation, which is widely used in international contexts.
Using strftime for Date Formatting
The strftime method is part of Python's datetime module. It stands for 'string format time' and allows you to format datetime objects into strings according to a specified format code.
Common strftime Format Codes
%Y- Year with century (e.g., 2023)%m- Month as a zero-padded decimal number (e.g., 01 to 12)%d- Day of the month as a zero-padded decimal number (e.g., 01 to 31)%H- Hour (00 to 23)%M- Minute (00 to 59)%S- Second (00 to 59)
Formatting Dates in ISO 8601
The ISO 8601 format is a standardized way of representing date and time. Python's datetime module provides a convenient isoformat method to output dates in this format.
Conclusion
Understanding how to format dates in Python is crucial for both presenting data and ensuring compatibility with other systems. Whether using strftime for custom formats or isoformat for standardized outputs, Python makes date handling straightforward and efficient.
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