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Learn how to convert a nested list into a well-structured list of dictionaries in Python, making data retrieval easier.
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How to Convert a Nested List to a List of Dictionaries in Python

Are you struggling to efficiently retrieve and manage data stored in a nested list? If so, you're not alone. Many data analysts and programmers face the challenge of converting complex data structures into more functional forms.

In this guide, we will tackle the problem of converting a nested list into a list of dictionaries using Python. By the end of this guide, you'll be equipped with a clear understanding of how to manipulate nested data, making your programming tasks much simpler!

Understanding the Problem

Let's start with an example of the nested list that you might be working with:

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In this list, each sublist contains three elements:

The country name.

An associated amount.

A place related to the country.

As you can see, some countries appear more than once (for example, Ouzbekistan), which signifies that we need to consolidate the data so that each country is represented only once. Our goal is to transform this nested list into a list of dictionaries that captures this information clearly.

Our Desired Output

The final output should look like this:

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In this dictionary list:

Each dictionary uses the country as a key.

The amount field aggregates the amounts associated with each country.

The country_take field combines the related locations for easier access.

Step-by-Step Solution

Here's how you can convert the nested list to a list of dictionaries in Python:

Initialize an empty dictionary: This will help us keep track of unique countries and their respective data.

Iterate through the nested list: For each sublist, extract the country name, amount, and related country take.

Check if the country already exists in the dictionary:

If it does, update the amount and append the new country_take to the existing list.

If it doesn't, create a new entry in the dictionary.

Extract values from the dictionary: Finally, convert the dictionary values to a list of dictionaries.

Here’s how the code looks:

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Breakdown of the Code:

dct.get(country, False): This checks if the country is already present in the dictionary.

Each time a country is found, either the total amount is updated, or a new entry is created if it is not yet in dct.

output = [val for val in dct.values()]: This creates the final list of dictionaries.

Conclusion

By following the above steps, you can efficiently convert a nested list into a list of dictionaries in Python. This transformation not only enhances data accessibility but also simplifies data management in your programs.

Do you have any other questions about working with lists or dictionaries in Python? Feel free to ask!