Key Concepts:
- Download Python
- Install Python
- Configure IDE
Install Python:
Windows
- Visit the Python website: https://www.python.org/downloads/
- Download the latest stable Python version for Windows.
- Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Check the "Add Python 3.x to PATH" option.
- Click "Install Now".
macOS
- Open the Terminal app.
- Run the following command:
/bin/bash -c "$(curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Homebrew/install/head/install.sh)"
- Press Enter and enter your password when prompted.
- Run the following command to install Python:
brew install python
Linux (Ubuntu)
- Open the Terminal app.
- Run the following command:
sudo apt-get install python3
- Enter your password when prompted.
Setting Up the Development Environment:
- Choose an IDE (Integrated Development Environment) like PyCharm or Visual Studio Code.
- Create a new Python project.
- Configure the IDE to use the installed Python version.
Simple Python Example:
# Hello World program in Python
print("Hello, world!")
Save the file as "hello_world.py".
To run the program:
- Open the Terminal or Command Prompt app.
- Navigate to the directory where the file is saved.
- Run the following command:
python hello_world.py
This will print "Hello, world!" in the console.
Additional Tips:
- It's recommended to use a virtual environment to isolate different Python projects.
- You can upgrade Python by repeating the installation steps for the desired version.
- Refer to the official Python documentation for more detailed instructions.