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Column OperationsKoan 12

Type Casting

Cast columns to different data types. Replace ___ with the correct code.

How it works: Replace the ___ blanks in the code editor with the correct PySpark code, then hit Run Code. Stuck? Try the Hint button.

Setup (read-only)

data = [("Alice", "34"), ("Bob", "45")]
df = spark.createDataFrame(data, ["name", "age_str"])

Your CodeCtrl/Cmd+Enter to run

Output

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