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Marc Amil
Courses Plus Student 290 PointsWhat is the difference between a ValueError and a TypeError
In one of the quizzes given to me in the python basic course, one word came up that I did not understand, which was 'TypeError'. I have encountered 'ValueError' before, but I do not know the difference between the two, and I need clarification
1 Answer

Ken Alger
Treehouse TeacherCheck out this great answer from the amazing Jennifer Nordell.
Post back if you need additional clarification.