Starting with Python

To install Python you must have a recent version of the Java Development Kit (JDK). For installation details, refer to Appendix A.

Now you're up and running. I'm going to assume that you're sitting at the keyboard with this book situated so that you can follow along with the interactive sessions. This is critical even if you don't understand the topic under discussion. Once again, the only way to learn programming is to program, even if you're not sure what you're doing. Don't worry; you soon will.

Python Interactive Mode

This section explains how to use Python in interactive mode, that is, the user and Python interacting one instruction at a time. It's a great way to learn the language. Also explained are the essential features ...

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