Installing Python

9/10/2025

In this post I explain how to install Python and set up a working environment on your computer.

Detailed Instructions

Below is a step-by-step guide to installing Python and setting up the environment on your computer.

Step 1: Download Python

Go to the official Python website: https://www.python.org/downloads/. Choose the latest stable Python release for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux) and download the installer.

Step 2: Install Python

Run the installer and follow the setup wizard. Make sure you check the "Add Python to PATH" option so that you can launch Python from the command line.

Step 3: Verify the Installation

After the installation is complete, open a command line window (Command Prompt on Windows or Terminal on macOS/Linux) and run:

python3 --version

If the installation succeeded, you will see the installed Python version.

Python 3.13.1

Conclusion

You have installed Python and prepared your environment for development. You can now start building Python projects.