Lesson 1: Python Introduction
Welcome to Python programming! Python is known for its simple, readable syntax and is perfect for beginners.
What You'll Learn
- Python installation and setup
- Basic Python syntax
- Variables and data types
- Input and output
- Your first Python program
Python Installation
Before we start coding, you'll need to install Python on your computer.
Windows
- Visit python.org
- Download the latest Python version
- Run the installer and follow the setup wizard
macOS
Python is usually pre-installed, but you can install the latest version using Homebrew:
brew install python
Linux
Most Linux distributions come with Python pre-installed. To install the latest version:
sudo apt update
sudo apt install python3
Your First Python Program
Let's write a simple "Hello, World!" program:
print("Hello, World!")