For this course we will use the same software, namely Python, Git, and Visual Studio Code, so that we all have nearly the same experience, regardless of platform (Windows, macOS, Linux). We will also create a workspace on our computers for storing work, Python dependencies, software preferences, etc.; test out the creation of a virtual environment; and make sure it all works. Our goal by the end is to have a coding environment that enables a programmer’s workflow so we can learn to code efficiently and write programs that function.
In order to avoid confusion, there are two sets of instructions for setting up the different operating systems:
As always, I recommend reading through all instructions to understand the goals and process before trying to follow and implement the instructions. Our end result should be the same: a single course folder that we can open in VSCode as a workspace, and three windows in the workspace for viewing, editing, and running Python scripts.
At the end of the respective instructions, you will find a brief discussion of workflow elements and a link to a more complete tutorial on Using VS Code, which has additional links to more comprehensive resources.