Adding a specified character to the left of a string until it reaches a certain length in PySpark

LPAD, or Left Padding, is a string function in PySpark that adds a specified character to the left of a string until it reaches a certain length. This article delves into the lpad function in PySpark, its advantages, and a practical use case with real data. LPAD in PySpark is an invaluable tool for ensuring data consistency and readability, particularly in scenarios where uniformity in string lengths...