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Python Python Basics (2015) Python Data Types String Formatting

jason speziale
jason speziale
656 Points
Posted by jason speziale
jason speziale
656 Points

OK, now use .format() on the string "Treehouse loves {}" to put your name into the placeholder. Assign this to the varia

Im confused how there wording me to do this.

strings.py 
name = ".format()"
subject = "Treehouse loves {jason}"
jason speziale
jason speziale
656 Points
jason speziale
jason speziale
656 Points

dont mind the code its wrong

1 Answer

Torsten Lundahl
Torsten Lundahl
2,570 Points
Torsten Lundahl
Torsten Lundahl
2,570 Points

The instructions are simple. Format the string "Treehouse loves {}", and assign the result to the variable subject.

If you haven't got the hang of it yet, I suggest that you rewatch the lesson about strings and focus on how to use the format method.

Good luck!