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Python Basics with Tracy

Lesson 17.2 Move File Pointer Position

Description

In this lesson, students learn how to manipulate the file pointer position using the seek() and tell() methods in Python. They will explore how seek() can be used to move the pointer to a specific location within a file, enabling operations at desired positions.


Objective

Students will be able to:

  • Understand the concept of a file pointer and its role in reading and writing data
  • Use the tell() method to return the location of the file pointer
  • Use the seek() method to move the file pointer to a specific position within a file
  • Perform reading operations at a desired file pointer position