Learn Python Programming
Start with getting started, installation, and core basics. Clear explanations and practical examples to help you learn faster.
Introduction to Python
What is Python?
Python is a versatile, high-level programming language known for its readability and cross-platform support. It is widely used in web development, data science, automation, and more.
Why Learn Python?
- Beginner-friendly and easy to read
- Massive ecosystem and libraries
- Cross-platform support
- Perfect for automation and data tasks
Tip
You can start immediately by running Python online or install it locally to build projects and scripts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common Python getting-started questions
You can use an online Python editor that runs in your browser. It provides a Python interpreter so you can execute code instantly without setup. This is ideal for quick practice and learning.
Download the latest Python installer from the official Python website, run the installer, and select "Add python.exe to PATH" before clicking "Install Now". After installation, verify with the command: python --version.
Download the macOS installer from the Python website, run it, and follow the steps. Verify the installation with python3 --version in the Terminal. macOS often uses python3 to refer to Python 3.
Open your terminal or command prompt and run python --version (Windows) or python3 --version (macOS/Linux). If you see a version number, Python is installed correctly.
On macOS and Linux, python may refer to Python 2.x while python3 refers to Python 3.x. Use python3 to ensure you are running Python 3.
Yes. Python runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Code is generally portable across platforms, especially for beginner-level scripts.