Beginning Python for Non-Programmers
  • Cover
  • About the Author
  • Introduction to Programming
    • What is Programming?
    • What Programmers Do
    • The Mind of a Programmer
    • How Does a Programmer Think?
  • Programming Languages
    • Python
    • HTML / CSS
    • JavaScript / TypeScript
    • C, C++, C#
    • Java
    • SQL
  • Introduction to Python
    • What is Python?
    • Types of Python Programs
    • Core Tools for Python Programming
      • Python Interpreter
      • Jupyter Notebooks
      • Visual Studio Code
      • Python Playground
      • Pycharm Community Edition
  • Installing Python
    • Step-by-step guide for Windows Users
    • Step-by-step guide for Mac Users
  • Installing Visual Studio Code
    • Step-by-step guide for Windows Users
    • Step-by-step guide for Mac Users
  • Writing and Running Your First Python Program
  • Basic Concepts of Python Programming
  • Control Flow in Python
  • Functions and Reusability
  • Debugging and Problem Solving
  • Exploring More Python Concepts
  • Adding Python Packages with pip
  • Python Web Frameworks
  • Resources for Continued Learning
    • CodeAcademy.com
    • Python.org
    • SoloLearn.com
    • coursera.com
    • udemy.com
    • youtube.com
    • Code With Mosh
    • GameDev.tv
  • Staying Motivated and Practicing Regularly
  • Appendices
    • Beginner Project Ideas for Learning
    • Python Cheat Sheet
    • Frequently Asked Questions for Beginners
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  1. Installing Python

Step-by-step guide for Windows Users

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To start programming in Python, the first thing you need to do is install Python on your Windows computer. Follow the steps below to install Python and set it up properly.

Step 1: Download the Python Installer

  1. Open your web browser and go to the official Python website: .

  2. On the homepage, click on the Downloads tab.

  3. The website will detect your operating system and offer the latest version of Python for Windows. Click the Download Python (version number) button.

Step 2: Run the Installer

  1. Once the installer is downloaded, open it by double-clicking the file (it will likely be in your "Downloads" folder).

  2. Important: Before clicking "Install Now," check the box that says Add Python to PATH at the bottom of the installer window. This will make it easier to run Python from the command line later.

  3. Click Install Now to start the installation process.

Step 3: Complete the Installation

  1. The installer will now copy all the necessary files to your computer. This may take a few minutes.

  2. Once the installation is complete, you’ll see a screen that says Setup was successful.

  3. Click Close to exit the installer.

Step 4: Verify the Installation

  1. To make sure Python was installed correctly, open the Command Prompt. You can do this by searching for "cmd" in the Start menu.

  2. In the Command Prompt, type the following command and press Enter:

    python --version

  3. If Python was installed successfully, you’ll see the installed version of Python displayed, like Python 3.10.0.

Step 5: Install pip (Python Package Installer)

pip is automatically installed with Python, but it’s good to confirm it’s available:

  1. In the Command Prompt, type the following command and press Enter:

    pip --version

With Python and pip installed, you’re now ready to start programming! In the next sections, we’ll cover setting up a development environment using Visual Studio Code.

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If pip is installed, you’ll see a version number like pip 21.2.4. If not, follow the instructions on the to install it.

https://www.python.org
official pip website