Python Language Learning Introduction

Introduction to Python Programming

• Presenter: Graven
• Series on Python learning
• Target audience: Beginners in programming
• Recommended prerequisite: Introduction to programming video

What is Python?

• Python is a programming language
• Created by Guido van Rossum
• First release in early 90s
• Notable project: "Gry" web browser (1999)
• Reasons for choosing Python:
  • Simple to learn
  • Powerful and widely used
  • Popular in scientific computing
  • Large community support

Setting Up Python Development Environment

Prerequisites

1. Python Interpreter/Environment

   • A place to run Python code
   • Instructions to download:
     • Visit Python's website
     • Navigate to DOWNLOADS section
     • Select appropriate version for OS (e.g., Windows, Linux, MacOS)
     • Example: Download Python installer for Windows 64-bit
     • Installation is straightforward (classic installation)

2. Integrated Development Environment (IDE)

   • Software for writing Python code
   • Options include Notepad++, Sublime Text, etc.
   • Recommended: PyCharm IDE by JetBrains
     • Free Community version available
     • Instructions to download and install:
       • Visit PyCharm's download page
       • Choose OS and Community version
       • Follow installation steps, create shortcuts, file associations
     • Launch PyCharm, set up preferences, choose theme (Intellij or Dracula)

Creating a Python Project

• Use PyCharm to create a new project
• Name the project (e.g., myfirstproject)
• Set environment for Python code execution
  • Use existing interpreter (python.exe)
  • Navigate to %appdata% on Windows to locate Python executable

Writing a Simple Python Script

• Create new Python file (e.g., test)
• Write a simple "Hello World" program
  • Use print("Hello World")
  • Understand the concept of main function
    • Define main function using def main()
    • Call main() in script for execution
• Demonstration of running the script
  • Ensures correct execution of "Hello World" in console

Conclusion

• First project: "Hello World"
• Next topics: Variables, calculations, etc.

• Encourage audience to like, comment, share, and subscribe
• Presenter: Graven
• Closing remarks and anticipation for the next video

• Note: Subtitles provided in French by MAKSSOUW