Getting Started with Python

Objective

• Introduce Python programming language.
• Set up Python environment.
• Learn basic syntax and data types.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Python
2. Setting Up Python Environment
3. Basic Syntax and Data Types

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1. Introduction to Python

Python is a high-level, interpreted programming language known for its simplicity and readability. It supports multiple programming paradigms, including procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming. Python is widely used in various domains such as web development, data science, artificial intelligence, and automation.

2. Setting Up Python Environment

Installation

• Visit the official Python website to download the latest version of Python.
• Follow the installation instructions for your operating system.

Integrated Development Environments (IDEs)

• PyCharm: A powerful IDE developed by JetBrains.
• Visual Studio Code (VS Code): A lightweight, open-source editor with Python support.
• Jupyter Notebook: An interactive web-based tool for data science and machine learning.
• Thonny: An IDE mede for python beginners used mostly in schools offers great set of plugins and assistance while writing code.

Code Editors

• Sublime Text
• Atom
• Notepad++

3. Basic Syntax and Data Types

Syntax

Python uses indentation to define code blocks, unlike other programming languages that use braces {}. Here's an example of Python syntax:

# Hello World program
print("Hello, World!")

Data Types

Python supports various data types, including:

• Integers: int
• Floating-point numbers: float
• Strings: str
• Lists: list
• Tuples: tuple
• Dictionaries: dict
• Sets: set

Here are examples of defining variables with different data types:

# Integer
num1 = 10

# Floating-point number
num2 = 3.14

# String
name = "John Doe"

# List
fruits = ["apple", "banana", "orange"]

# Tuple
coordinates = (10, 20)

# Dictionary
person = {"name": "John", "age": 30}

# Set
unique_numbers = {1, 2, 3, 4, 5}

Conclusion

This serves as a basic introduction to Python programming language. In the following lessons, we'll dive deeper into Python's features and functionalities.

• Lesson 1: Introduction to Python Loops
  • Lesson 1: Python Loops exercises
• Lesson 2: Python Functions
  • Lesson 2: Python Functions exercises
• Lesson 3: Python Classes and Objects
  • Lesson 3: Classes and Objects exercises
• Lesson 4: Python File Handling
  • Lesson 4: File Handling exercises
• Lesson 5: Python Modules and Packages
  • Lesson 5: Modules and Packages exercises

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