windows & Python Development

PLEASE DO NOT SAVE ANYTHING TO YOUR MICROSOFT ONE DRIVE

Setting up Python for Windows

1. Delete any previous installations of Python and Restart the computer

2. Install Python 3.11 or later from Microsoft Store

3. Install Visual Studio Code from their website.

4. Run Visual Studio Code for initial setup

5. You do not need to download any extensions, and you are more than welcome to ignore such pop-ups

VS Code Extended

Git

Git is a distributed version control system that tracks changes to files and coordinates work among multiple people on a project. It allows developers to manage different versions of their code, collaborate efficiently, and revert to previous versions if needed.

Git Installation Guide

1. Download Git for windows here.

   1. Install the 64-bit Git for Windows Setup

2. Run the installer after it has been downloaded'