Welcome to Python for Beginners! This guide will help you get started with Python, one of the most popular and versatile programming languages.

• What is Python?
• Why Learn Python?
• Setting Up Python
• Your First Python Program
• Learning Resources
• Contributing

Python is a high-level, interpreted programming language known for its simplicity and readability. Created by Guido van Rossum in 1991, Python has become widely used in fields like:

• Web Development
• Data Science
• Artificial Intelligence
• Game Development
• Automation

Python is a great choice for beginners because:

• Easy to Learn: Its syntax is simple and close to natural language.
• Versatile: You can use it for a wide range of applications.
• Large Community: Tons of tutorials, forums, and libraries are available.

1. Download Python:

   • Visit the official Python website and download the latest version.

2. Install Python:

   • Follow the installation instructions for your operating system.
   • Ensure you check the option to "Add Python to PATH" during installation.

3. Verify Installation:

   • Open a terminal or command prompt and type:

     python --version

   • You should see the installed Python version.

1. Open a text editor or an IDE (like VS Code, PyCharm, or IDLE).
2. Create a new file and save it as hello_world.py.
3. Write the following code:

   print("Hello, World!")

4. Run the program:
   • In the terminal, navigate to the file's location and type:

     python hello_world.py

   • You should see:

     Hello, World!
     

• Official Documentation: https://docs.python.org/3/
• Online Tutorials:
  • W3Schools
  • Real Python
  • Codecademy
• Books:
  • "Automate the Boring Stuff with Python" by Al Sweigart
  • "Python Crash Course" by Eric Matthes

Contributions are welcome! If you have suggestions or improvements for this guide, feel free to open an issue or submit a pull request.

Happy coding! 🎉