Introduction to Python: Part 6: Lambda expressions (anonymous functions)

In this lesson, we explore anonymous functions, also known as lambda expressions, in Python. While most functions are given names, there are cases where we want to use a function as an argument in another function without needing to define a name. Lambda expressions offer a concise way to write small, simple functions inline.

The video starts by showcasing a function called divide_by_10, which divides an input by 10. We apply this function to a list of numbers using Python's map function. Instead of defining a full function like divide_by_10, we demonstrate how lambda expressions can simplify this process. Lambda expressions allow us to define a function that takes an argument and returns a value in a single line, which is useful for simple operations.