How to install Python 3 and set up a programming environment for windows 11 pro

Setting up Python 3 and a programming environment on Windows 11 Pro is straightforward. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Install Python 3 on Windows 11

1. Download Python:

   • Go to the official Python website.
   • Download the latest stable Python 3.x installer for Windows.

2. Run the Installer:

   • Double-click the downloaded .exe file.
   • Check the box “Add Python to PATH” (this makes Python accessible from the command line).
   • Click Install Now and wait for the installation to complete.

3. Verify Installation:

   • Open Command Prompt (CMD) or Windows PowerShell and type:

python --version

-   You should see something like `Python 3.x.x`.

2. Install a Code Editor (Optional but Recommended)

Choose an editor/IDE for Python development:

• VS Code: Download here

• PyCharm: Download here

• Jupyter Notebook: If you prefer interactive coding, install it using:

  nginx CopyEdit

  pip install notebook

3. Install and Set Up Virtual Environments

Using virtual environments helps manage dependencies for different projects.

• Open CMD/PowerShell and type:

python -m venv my_env

• Activate the environment:
  • On CMD:

my_env\Scripts\activate

• On PowerShell:

my_env\Scripts\Activate.ps1

• To install packages in this environment:

pip install flask django requests

• To deactivate the environment:

deactivate

4. Install Additional Tools

• pip (comes with Python, but update it):

python -m pip install --upgrade pip

• Git (optional for version control): Download here
• WSL (if you want Linux tools on Windows): Open PowerShell as Admin and run:

wsl --install

You’re now ready to start coding in Python on Windows 11 Pro! 🚀 Let me know if you need help with specific tools or setup.