This page discusses key concepts of functions in programming, emphasizing their role as organized code blocks that enhance program structure. It covers control flow, variable scope (global vs. local),...This page discusses key concepts of functions in programming, emphasizing their role as organized code blocks that enhance program structure. It covers control flow, variable scope (global vs. local), and the use of parameters and arguments, including positional, keyword, and default values. The chapter highlights Python’s pass-by-object-reference system and the importance of return statements. Ultimately, readers are expected to learn how to create versatile functions.