🚀 Setting Up Python and VS Code: A Beginner-Friendly Guide

If you're stepping into the world of Python development, your first task is to set up Python and a great code editor like VS Code. Here’s a super-simple guide to get you started!

Step 1: Download and Install Python

1. Go to the official Python website: https://python.org
2. Hover over the Downloads tab and select your OS (e.g., "Download for Windows").
3. IMPORTANT: During installation, check the box that says “Add Python to PATH” — this will save you trouble later.
4. Complete the installation.

Step 2: Verify Python Installation
Open your terminal (or Command Prompt) and type:

python --version

You should see the version you installed.

Step 3: Download & Install VS Code

1. Visit: https://code.visualstudio.com
2. Click “Download for Windows/Mac/Linux”.
3. Install using the default settings.

Step 4: Set Up VS Code for Python

1. Open VS Code.
2. Go to Extensions (Sidebar).
3. Search for “Python” by Microsoft and click Install.
4. Press Ctrl + Shift + P (or Cmd + Shift + P on Mac), type "Python: Select Interpreter" and choose the Python version you installed.

Step 5: Run Your First Python Code

1. Create a new file: hello.py
2. Write:

print("Hello, Dev.to!")
Hello, Dev.to!

1. Right-click the editor and select "Run Python File in Terminal".

You’re all set! Now go build awesome Python projects! 🎉
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