#Introduction

Introduction

Python was created by Guido van Rossum, and first released on February 20, 1991.

Python, one of the most popular programming languages in the world, has created everything from Netflix’s recommendation algorithm to the software that controls self-driving cars. Python is a general-purpose language, which means it’s designed to be used in a range of applications, including data science, software and web development, automation, and generally getting stuff done.

While you may know the python as a large snake, the name of the Python programming language comes from an old BBC television comedy sketch series called Monty Python's Flying Circus.

What is Python used for?

Python is commonly used for developing websites and software, task automation, data analysis, and data visualization. Since it’s relatively easy to learn, Python has been adopted by many non-programmers such as accountants and scientists, for a variety of everyday tasks, like organizing finances.

What can you do with python?

1. Data analysis and machine learning

2. Web development

3. Automation or scripting

4. Software testing and prototyping

5. Everyday tasks and much more...

Installation On Windows

1) Downloading the Python Installer

1.1) Go to the official Python Website for Windows

1.2) Find a stable Python 3 release.

1.3) download the exe file according to your system.

2) Running the Executable Installer

2.1) After the installer is downloaded, double-click the .exe file, for example python-3.10.10-amd64.exe, to run the Python installer.

2.2) Select the Install launcher for all users checkbox, which enables all users of the computer to access the Python launcher application.

2.3) Select the Add python.exe to PATH checkbox, which enables users to launch Python from the command line.

2.4) If you’re just getting started with Python and you want to install it with default features as described in the dialog, then click Install Now. To install other optional and advanced features, click Customize installation and continue.

2.5) The Optional Features include common tools and resources for Python and you can install all of them, even if you don’t plan to use them.

2.6) Click Install to start the installation.

2.7) After the installation is complete, a Setup was successful message displays.

Installation On Linux

1) Install python on your Linux using the commands given bellow.

$ sudo apt-get update
$ sudo apt-get install python3.11

2) To run the Python on your Linux use command:

$ python3

Your First <CODE>

1) Search for IDLE(Integrated Development and Learning Environment.)

2) Open Python Shell.

3) Use shortcut CTRL+N to open new Python file.

4) Write the code given bellow:

print("Hello World")
print("You have successfully executed your first program")

5) Save and Run using shortcut F5.

Congratulations...🥳😄