Installing Python

Now, let’s get Python installed on your machine. This works a little differently for each operating system. Let’s walk through it.

First, these are the steps for Windows users:

1. We’ll start by downloading Python:
   • Go to the official Python website: python.org
   • Click on the Download Python 3.x.x button. There are many versions that will work, but I’d recommend grabbing the latest stable release. The x.x is not literal; I just cannot include it in a book because the numbers change so fast.
2. Now that we have the executable downloaded, we can run the installer:
   • Open the downloaded .exe file.
   • Important: Check the box that says Add Python 3.x to PATH. This makes it easier to run Python from the command line.
   • Click on Install Now.
3. Verify the installation:
   • If you have the Command Prompt still open, close it.
   • Open Command...