How to Read a UTF-8 Encoded XML File in Python Using Minidom

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How to Read a UTF-8 Encoded XML File in Python Using Minidom

Step-by-step Guide

Import the Necessary Module:

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Loading the XML File:

Use the parse method from the minidom module to read the contents of your XML file.

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Reading and Printing Data:

Once the XML is loaded into the xml_doc object, you can navigate through its nodes and read the content.

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Handling UTF-8 Encoding

Since XML files are commonly encoded in UTF-8, the minidom module handles the encoding automatically when parsing the file. Therefore, you typically won't need to manage encoding separately when using minidom.

Example

Here's a more concrete example to illustrate the process:

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To read this file in Python:

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This script will output:

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Conclusion

Using minidom to read a UTF-8 encoded XML file in Python is both simple and effective. By following the above steps, you'll be able to navigate through any XML document's structure to retrieve the information you need.

Happy coding!