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Python Introductory Session

This document outlines an introductory Python session covering the basics of the language. It introduces Python and why it's popular, how to set up the environment, core syntax like variables and control structures, functions, libraries, and resources for learning. The agenda includes an introduction to Python, why it's useful, setting up the environment, syntax, data types, control structures, functions, libraries, and learning resources.

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Python Introductory Session

This document outlines an introductory Python session covering the basics of the language. It introduces Python and why it's popular, how to set up the environment, core syntax like variables and control structures, functions, libraries, and resources for learning. The agenda includes an introduction to Python, why it's useful, setting up the environment, syntax, data types, control structures, functions, libraries, and learning resources.

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Title: Python Introductory Session

**Agenda:**

1. Introduction to Python

2. Why Python?

3. Setting up Python Environment

4. Basic Python Syntax

5. Variables and Data Types

6. Control Structures

7. Functions

8. Python Libraries

9. Resources for Learning Python

**1. Introduction to Python:**

- Python is a high-level, interpreted programming language known for its simplicity and readability.

- Created by Guido van Rossum and first released in 1991.

- Python emphasizes code readability and encourages clean, concise code.

**2. Why Python?**

- Versatile: Used for web development, data analysis, machine learning, automation, and more.

- Large Community: Active and supportive Python community.

- Extensive Libraries: Rich ecosystem of libraries and frameworks.

- Cross-Platform: Runs on multiple operating systems.

- Beginner-Friendly: Easy to learn and use.

**3. Setting up Python Environment:**

- Install Python: Download and install Python from the official website (python.org).

- Integrated Development Environments (IDEs): Options like PyCharm, Visual Studio Code, Jupyter
Notebook, and IDLE.

- Package Managers: Pip for managing Python packages.

**4. Basic Python Syntax:**


- Indentation: Python uses whitespace (indentation) to define code blocks.

- Comments: Use "#" for single-line comments.

- Statement Termination: Not required (except for multiple statements on one line using a
semicolon).

**5. Variables and Data Types:**

- Variables: Used to store data.

- Data Types: Integers, floats, strings, lists, tuples, dictionaries, etc.

- Dynamic Typing: Variables can change type during execution.

- Example:

```python

name = "John"

age = 30

salary = 1500.50

```

**6. Control Structures:**

- Conditional Statements: `if`, `elif`, `else`.

- Loops: `for` and `while`.

- Example:

```python

if age < 18:

print("Minor")

else:

print("Adult")

```

**7. Functions:**

- Functions are reusable blocks of code.

- Defined using the `def` keyword.

- Example:

```python
def greet(name):

return "Hello, " + name + "!"

```

**8. Python Libraries:**

- Python has a vast ecosystem of libraries for various tasks.

- Popular libraries include NumPy (for numerical computing), Pandas (for data manipulation),
Matplotlib (for data visualization), and more.

- Use `import` to include libraries in your code.

- Example:

```python

import numpy as np

```

**9. Resources for Learning Python:**

- Python Official Documentation (docs.python.org)

- Online tutorials and courses (e.g., Codecademy, Coursera, edX)

- Python community forums (e.g., Stack Overflow, Reddit)

- Books: "Python Crash Course" by Eric Matthes, "Automate the Boring Stuff with Python" by Al
Sweigart.

**Conclusion:**

- Python is a versatile and beginner-friendly programming language.

- Setting up the development environment is straightforward.

- Understanding basic syntax, data types, and control structures is essential.

- A wealth of resources is available for further learning and exploration.

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