**kwargs

Main idea

kwargs collects named inputs as dictionary.

Tip

Use for flexible options.

Watch out

Inconsistent key naming.

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**kwargs is used in many real programs. Right now you are in Functional Programming.

Core idea:
kwargs collects named inputs as dictionary.

Read the example code on this page. Then write your own short version.

Tip:
Use for flexible options.

Watch out for:
Inconsistent key naming.

Your challenge:
Profile formatter from arbitrary keyword fields.

Use the editor in the challenge lab. When your output looks correct and there is no error, press the green button to unlock the next topic.

Example code

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# Topic: **kwargs
def main():
    sample = "edit me"
    # TODO: apply **kwargs concept here
    result = sample
    print("Result:", result)

if __name__ == "__main__":
    main()

Challenge

Profile formatter from arbitrary keyword fields.

Before you can finish: your output should include at least 16 characters; at least 1 non-empty line(s); no crash traceback—fix errors until the program runs cleanly.

Use Run. Read the output. Change your code until the task is done.

Starter reference

# Challenge starter for **kwargs
def solve():
    # Write your solution here
    pass

print("Update solve() and run")

Your code

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