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Python Basic 1 - Getting StartedWhy Code in Python? (1/4)
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Python Basic 1 - Getting Started

Why Code in Python?

5 minutes read

Beginner friendly

Includes practice

Welcome! 🌟 You’re about to meet one of the friendliest programming languages out there: Python.

In this lesson we’ll explore what Python is, why millions of beginners (and experts) love it, and how it can open doors for you.

What Exactly Is Python?

Python is a general-purpose programming language.
Think of it as a multi-tool: cut, screw, measure, open bottles—one handle, many uses.

• Created in 1991 by Guido van Rossum.
• Runs on Windows, macOS, Linux—even phones and tiny computers like Raspberry Pi.
• Famous for a design rule: “Code should read almost like English.”

Example Code
Interactive Code Editor 
python
This won’t affect your saved progress.

Give the button a click—boom, you’ve coded in Python already!

Five Beginner-Friendly Reasons to Choose Python

  1. Simple, English-like Syntax
    No curly braces {} or semicolons ; needed. Fewer symbols → less mental clutter.

  2. Batteries Included
    The standard library ships with modules for math, text, web, files—ready to import.

  3. Cross-Platform
    Write once, run anywhere a Python interpreter exists.

  4. Huge Community & Resources
    Forums, tutorials, open-source packages—help at every level.

  5. Versatile Careers
    Web apps (Django/Flask), data science (Pandas/Numpy), automation, game dev, AI… you name it.

Python in Real Life

• Instagram backend uses Python (Django).
• Pixar scripts animation tools with Python.
• NASA runs data analysis scripts in Python.
• Spotify recommends songs with Python machine-learning libraries.

If huge companies trust Python for mission-critical work, you can trust it for your first steps.

Runtic's Learning Tips

  • Treat mistakes as data: each error message tells you exactly where to improve

  • Code a tiny project after every lesson—repetition turns concepts into instinct

  • Celebrate micro-wins (a print statement working is a win!) to keep motivation high

Quick Practice: Check Your Understanding

Quick Practice

2 minutes

Python Basics Check

Python’s syntax is closest to:

Which task can Python *NOT* realistically handle today?

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  • You learned what Python is and why its design favors beginners
  • You saw real-world companies that rely on Python every day
  • You practiced retrieval with quick questions to lock in your new knowledge

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