Section outline

    • WB2.1: Installing Python on Your System

      Learning Goal: Successfully install Python 3 on your computer (Windows, macOS, or Linux) and verify it runs.

    • WB2.2: Running Your First Python Program

      Learning Goal: Write a simple Python script (Hello World) and run it like a software developer would – via a text editor and terminal.

    • WB2.3: Setting Up a Development Environment (Editors vs. IDEs)

      Learning Goal: Choose an appropriate tool for writing Python code – understanding the difference between simple text editors and full IDEs – and set up an environment that maximizes learning.