How can I convert a list to named variables in Python?

Question

Is there a quick way in python to convert a list of values to named variables?

For example:

row = ['files', 'file.pdf', 'D1234', 43]      

folder = row[0]
name = row[1]
doc_id = row[2]
page_num = row[3]

Cory Kramer · Accepted Answer · 2016-08-29 18:28:54Z

5

You can use unpacking

folder, name, doc_id, page_num = row

answered Aug 29, 2016 at 18:28

Cory Kramer

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2 Comments

Perfect, I knew it was something simple..I was looking for 'list expansion' or something...

@roemhildtg If you liked this answer, consider checking it

rkoots · Accepted Answer · 2016-08-29 19:15:52Z

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You can use this below patterns to do it more professionally

v = ['files', 'file.pdf', 'D1234', 43]    
keys = ['folder', 'name', 'doc_id', 'page_num']
junk = map(lambda k, v: dict.update({k: v}), keys, values)

answered Aug 29, 2016 at 19:15

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What makes you call this "more professional" than the other answer?