Python Course Overview

Instructor Introduction

• Instructor: Mosh
• Course Title: Python Programming
• Aim: Learn everything needed to get started with Python
• Applications of Python: Automation, AI, building apps/websites (e.g., Instagram, Dropbox)

Course Structure

1. Core Concepts in Python
2. Three Python Projects:
   • Project 1: Building a Website for an Imaginary Grocery Store
     • Tools: Python, Django
   • Project 2: Machine Learning for Music Recommendation
     • Tools: Python
   • Project 3: Automating Boring, Repetitive Tasks
     • Tools: Python

Installing Python

Step-by-Step Installation

1. Navigate to Python.org
2. Download Python
   • Latest Version: Python 3.7.2
   • https://www.python.org/downloads/
3. Run the Installer
   • Ensure to check 'Add Python to PATH' for Windows
   • Follow the Setup Wizard for Mac
4. Verify Installation
   • Confirm Python 3 is installed

Setting Up Code Editor: PyCharm

Installation Steps

1. Navigate to JetBrains Download Page
   • URL: https://www.jetbrains.com/pycharm/
2. Download PyCharm
   • Choose Community Edition (Free)
3. Install PyCharm
   • Follow the appropriate installer for OS (Windows/Mac)
   • Open PyCharm and set it up
4. Create a New Project in PyCharm
   • Name Project: 'Hello World'
   • Set Base Interpreter to Python 3
5. Write and Execute First Python Program
   • Create a file called app.py
   • Write a simple print statement, e.g., print("Hello, World!")