Setting up Python with PyCharm IDE Installation of Python and PyCharm

11 February 2025

Installation of Python and PyCharm

Step 1 : Install Python
Python is an essential programming language widely used for development, auto,ation, and data science. Follow these steps to install it:

For Windows:
1. Download Python
- Visit the official Python website:
https://www.python.org/downloads/

2. Run the Installer
- Open the download .exe file.
- Check the box "Add Python to PATH" before proceeding.
- Click Install Now and wait for the installation to complete.

3. Verify Installation
- Open Command Prompt (cmd) and type:
python - - version
- if installed correctly, it will display the Python version.

For macOS:
1. Open Terminal and type:
braw install python
             (Ensure Homebrew is installed beforehand.)

2. Varify by running:
python3 - - version

For Linux (Ubuntu/Debian-based):
1. Open Terminal and run:
sudo apt update
             sudo apt install python3

2. Confirm installation with:
python - - version

Step 2: Install PyCharm
PyCharm is a popular IDE for Python development. Follow these steps to install it:

For Windows & macOS:

1. Download PyCharm
Visit JetBrains PyCharm.
             Choose Community Edition (free) or Professional Edition (paid).

2. Install PyCharm
Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
             Select appropiate installation options, such as desktop shortcuts and file associations.

3. Launch PyCharm
Open PyCharm and set up your first Python project.

For Linux :
1. Open Terminaland run :
sudo snap install pycharm-community - -classic
             (For the professional version, replace pycharm-community with pycharm-professional)

Final Steps: Configure PyCharm with Python
1. Open PyCharm and go to File - Setting - Project: Interpreter.
2. Click Add Interpreter and select System Interpreter.
3. Browse to your installed Python path (e.g., c:\Python39\python.exe).
4. Click Apply & OK.

You're now ready to start coding in Python with PyCharm!