Local and global scope | Intro to CS - Python | Khan Academy

Can I name the variable inside my function the same as a variable outside my function? Trace a function call to explore how the computer uses global and local scopes to separate regions of memory. Examine why functions use arguments and return values to pass information, instead of directly updating global variables.

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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - 00:38 : global scope
00:39 - 01:25 : local scope
01:26 - 01:55 : passing back information with the return value
01:56 - 02:57 : why does Python use local scope?
02:58 - 03:43 : name resolution
03:44 - 04:22 : passing in information with parameters
04:23 - 04:55 : summary

[Bigstar-ld]

Good to see programming on Khan academy ❤

[aljosavage]

Such great content! Although naming the parameter max and thus overriding its built-in function, but using a built-in function min in the function body was a bit confusing. I did wrap my head around it eventually, but perhaps this would have been easier to understand without these conflicting names or if it has been explained explicitly

[miss-ud]

May I ask if you are considering upgrading the quality of the video to 1080p?