Python and Spyder Installation

Spyder is an integrated development environment for python, much like RStudio for R.

The easiest way to install Spyder and Python is by installing the Package Manager Anaconda. This is done most easily by going to the downloads page and selecting the correct Python 3.X installer for your operating system and following the instructions. For macOS it’s probably easiest to use the graphical installer unless you’re feeling adventurous.

You can also Install MiniConda here. This is similar to Anaconda but comes with less packages pre-installed so may be a better option if your computer does not have a lot of free space. If possible, we would recommend installing the full Anaconda.