Learn Python Programming
Start with getting started, installation, and core basics. Clear explanations and practical examples to help you learn faster.
Getting Started with Python
There are two primary ways to begin with Python:
- Run Python online in your browser using an online editor.
- Install Python on your computer (Windows, macOS, Linux).
We recommend starting online for quick practice, then installing locally when you are ready to build projects.
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.