Trying to learn how to use python a bit so I can use GitHub programs and it's not going well folks. According to the Windows CMD thing python isn't even a thing that exists and how dare I assume it has a path on my PC despite me installing it's path on my pc
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1) Download the executable installer
2) Execute as Administrator
3) Install for ALL users, INCLUDING the launcher (py.exe)
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PATHEXT=.COM;.EXE;.BAT;.CMD;.PY;.VBS;.VBE;.JS;.JSE;.WSF;.WSH;.MSC
5) Create a file named https://pytest.py in a directory that is in PATH:
#! python3
print("Hello Monty!")
6) Execute by typing pytest in a CMD prompt and enjoy
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That said… the initial setup can be (is) a giant pain in the ass, especially on windows.
NEVER install it under "C:\Program Files"
My mentor taught me to install it under "C:\Python\
Also:
When changing the System's PATH, you'll need a restart.
So just change your own PATH, log out, login again.
Just open up your fav IDE, like PyCharm etc.
And make a virtualenv.
Let your IDE handle all the details.