What are IPython magic commands and how do I use them?

What are IPython magic commands and how do I use them?

IPython magic commands are special commands prefixed with % or %% that enhance the functionality of IPython. They allow you to perform various tasks more efficiently, like running scripts, timing code execution, and more.

Can you give me some examples of line and cell magic commands?

Sure! Line magic commands start with a single % and operate on a single line, like %timeit for timing execution. Cell magic commands start with %% and can operate on multiple lines, like %%writefile to save code to a file.

How do I see a list of all available magic commands?

You can see a list of all available magic commands by typing %lsmagic in an IPython or Jupyter notebook cell.

Is there a way to get help on a specific magic command?

Yes! You can use the command followed by a question mark, like %timeit?, to get detailed help on that specific magic command.