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Learn how to easily convert a nested list containing stock information into a structured nested dictionary using Python.
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Transforming a Nested List into a Nested Dictionary in Python

In the world of data handling and programming, we often encounter various data structures. One common problem is the need to convert a nested list into a more structured format, such as a nested dictionary. This is particularly useful when working with financial data, like stocks, where organization is key for analysis and reporting. Today, we'll explore how to accomplish this transformation in Python.

Understanding the Problem

Imagine you have a nested list that contains stock information structured as follows:

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Each sublist contains the symbol of the stock, the price, the amount of stock, and a side that we will ignore for our purposes.

Our goal is to convert this nested list into a nested dictionary with the following structure:

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Here, the outer dictionary's keys are the stock symbols (e.g., AAPL, TSLA), while each inner dictionary maps prices to the total amounts available for those prices.

Solution Overview

To convert the nested list into the desired nested dictionary, we will follow these steps:

Initialize an empty dictionary for the result.

Iterate through each sublist in the nested list.

Extract the stock symbol, price, and amount.

Check if the stock symbol already exists in the result dictionary. If not, create a new entry for it.

Check if the price exists in the nested dictionary. If it does, sum the amounts; if not, initialize it.

Output the final nested dictionary.

Step-by-Step Implementation

Here’s how the actual implementation plays out in Python:

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Explanation of Key Parts

Initialization: res = {} sets up our result dictionary that will hold the final output.

First Loop: The loop for stock in stocks iterates over the outer list, extracting each stock entry.

Key Check: if key not in res ensures that we add a new entry for any stock symbol not previously encountered.

Subdictionary Management: The second check using if stock[1] not in res[key] is crucial as it manages the nested dictionary for prices accordingly.

Example Use Case

For instance, if you had the stocks data as follows:

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Running the provided code will yield:

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This output accurately reflects that there are a total of 6 shares at the price of $10 for AAPL.

Conclusion

Transforming a nested list into a nested dictionary in Python can significantly enhance how we manage and access complex datasets. By following the structured approach we discussed, you'll be able to adapt this solution to your specific needs. Happy coding!