Installing Python for beginners (Windows users)

Install Python and its libraries for Windows users:

1. Install Python latest stable version from the following (click here official website). For example, you can use the x86-64 executable installer


2. Install all useful libraries (incl. scipy, pandas, numpy) in a single command:

     a. Open your command prompt by typing 'cmd' on your Windows home screen


    b. Copy and paste the following command line in your 'Command Prompt' and press enter.

    python -m pip install --user numpy scipy matplotlib ipython jupyter pandas sympy nose 

3. As a text editor to type in your programs, you can install Notepad++ from (click here its official website).


4. To configure Notepad++ with Python you can watch the short Youtube video


You are ready to GO!


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