title: python: no such file or directory error
body: <pre><code>import xlrd
  book = xlrd.open_workbook("univ_list.xls")
  </code></pre>
  
  <p>I'm new to python. I'm trying to read a MS excel file that is in the same directory as my python script. Running the above code gives me a <code>no such file or directory</code> error.</p>
  
  <p>I'll provide more information if needed.</p>
  
  <p><strong>Edit</strong>: code with full path upon request</p>
  
  <pre><code>import xlrd
  book = xlrd.open_workbook("D:\Python_Scripts\univ_list.xls")
  </code></pre>
  
  <p>with corresponding error message</p>
  
  <p><img src="https://i.stack.imgur.com/avuWA.jpg" alt="enter image description here"></p>