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Python Get Started

Install Python and run your first file.

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To run Python on your own computer:

  1. Download Python from python.org and install it. On Windows, tick "Add Python to PATH".
  2. Check the installation in a terminal: python --version
  3. Create a file called hello.py with your code.
  4. Run it: python hello.py

You can also type python in a terminal to open the interactive shell and run code line by line.

Key Takeaways: Python Get Started

Mastering Python Get Started helps you write clean and reliable Python code. Follow standard conventions, test edge cases, and keep logic simple. Try running the code example below and complete the exercises to build confidence.

Python Get Started Code Example

Python 
import sys
print("You are running Python", sys.version.split()[0])
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Python Get Started Practice Exercises

Check what you learned in “Python Get Started”.

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Fill in the blank

Run a Python file from the terminal.

 hello.py
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Multiple choice

Which file extension do Python files use?

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Code challenge

Print the result of 7 + 5.

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