Python Tutorial by Mosh

Introduction

• Instructor: Mosh
• Course: Python programming fundamentals
• Popularity: Python is used for automation, AI, building applications, websites like Instagram and Dropbox.
• Career: Python's versatility is beneficial for job seekers.

Course Content

• Core Concepts: All foundational Python concepts.
• Projects:
  1. Website: For an imaginary grocery store using Django.
  2. Machine Learning: Predict music preferences based on user's profile.
  3. Automation: Processing thousands of spreadsheets.

Getting Started with Python

1. Download and Install: Python from python.org.
2. Setup: Ensure you add Python to PATH on Windows; follow the setup wizard on Mac.
3. Code Editor: Use PyCharm (Community Edition is free).

Writing First Python Program

1. Create New Project: In PyCharm.
2. Create New Python File: Name it app.py.
3. Code: Write and run simple programs using print statements.
4. Basic Syntax:
   • Strings: Double or single quotes.
   • Variables: Store data using variables.
   • Expressions: Perform operations like multiplication.
   • Execution Order: Code executes line by line.

Variables and Basic Data Types

• Variables: Temporary storage for data in memory.
• Integers and Floats: Whole numbers and decimals.
• Boolean Values: True or False.
• Type Conversion: Convert between data types using int(), float(), and bool().
• Exercise: Define variables for patient details in a hospital context.

User Input

• Input Function: Collect user input using input(). Example: `input(