# Introduction The `left_shift()` function is a binary operation of the NumPy library, which performs the left shift operation on the bits of an integer. This tutorial will guide you through the basic syntax, parameters, and the returned values of `left_shift()` function. It will also include a few examples of using the function. ## VM Tips After the VM startup is done, click the top left corner to switch to the **Notebook** tab to access Jupyter Notebook for practice. Sometimes, you may need to wait a few seconds for Jupyter Notebook to finish loading. The validation of operations cannot be automated because of limitations in Jupyter Notebook. If you face issues during learning, feel free to ask Labby. Provide feedback after the session, and we will promptly resolve the problem for you.
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