Python course: Introduction
Getting Started with Python, which covers an introduction to Python, installing Python on your computer, using Python interpreters and Integrated Development Environments (IDEs), and writing your first Python program (Hello World!).1. Introduction to Python:
Python is a high-level, interpreted programming language known for its simplicity and readability. It supports multiple programming paradigms like procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming.
2. Installing Python:
To follow along with this tutorial, we will install Visual Studio Code (VS Code) and set it up for Python development. Open your web browser and go to the (Visual Studio Code website). Then click on the download button for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux). Windows: Run the downloaded installer and follow the prompts. macOS: Open the downloaded .dmg file and drag the VS Code icon to the Applications folder. Linux: Follow the instructions provided on the download page for your specific Linux distribution. Now lets visit the Python Website. Open your web browser and go to the ( Python downloads page). Do the same as we did before with VS Code, follow the prompts.
3. Set Up Python in Visual Studio Code:
Launch VS Code from your applications or start menu. Click on the Extensions view icon on the sidebar (or press Ctrl+Shift+X). In the search box, type "Python". Find the Python extension by Microsoft and click "Install". Open the integrated terminal in VS Code by selecting Terminal > New Terminal from the top menu (or pressing `Ctrl+``). In the terminal, type python --version (or python3 --version if you're on macOS or Linux) and press Enter. You should see the version of Python you installed.