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Transforming a Nested Dictionary into a Nested List in Python

When working with data in Python, you might often find yourself needing to manipulate complex structures like dictionaries and lists. A common task is converting a nested dictionary into a nested list, which can present some challenges due to their different syntax and structure. In this guide, we'll explore how to effectively transform a nested dictionary into a nested list, enabling easier data manipulation and access. Let's dive in!

Understanding the Problem

Consider you have the following nested dictionary (d1) in Python:

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The goal is to convert this dictionary into a nested list format like below:

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Note on Syntax

It's essential to highlight that dictionaries and lists in Python have different structures. While d1 is a dictionary, d2 as shown in the desired output isn't valid Python syntax.

The correct intention is to create a nested list where each item contains pairs of keys and their corresponding values as sublists.

Solution: A Recursive Function to Convert the Dictionary

To achieve this conversion, we can utilize a recursive function that will navigate through the different levels of the dictionary. By checking the type of each item and organizing it accordingly, we can structure the data as required.

The Implementation

Here’s a function that accomplishes this:

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Let's Break Down the Function

Check if d is a list:

If d is a list, the function simply returns it.

Check if d is a dictionary:

If d is a dictionary, it iterates through its items. For each key (k) and value (v), it creates a list containing the key and recursively calls dict_to_list on the value.

Base case:

If d is neither a list nor a dictionary, it is returned wrapped in a list. This serves as the base case for the recursion.

Example Usage

Now, let's see the function in action with our dictionary d1:

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Expected Output

The result will be:

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Conclusion

By using this simple recursive function, you can easily convert a nested dictionary into a nested list in Python, allowing for more flexible data manipulation. Whether your data structures are deep or shallow, this approach will adapt and return the correct format every time.

Feel free to experiment with the provided code and adapt it to your own data structures!