Python and VS Code Setup - mechwarrior82/eve-online-odoo-integration GitHub Wiki

Absolutely! Here are detailed instructions for installing Python and setting up Visual Studio Code (VS Code) on Windows:

Step 1: Install Python

  1. Download Python: Go to the official Python website and download the latest version of Python for Windows.

  2. Run the Installer: Open the downloaded installer and follow the prompts:

    • Make sure to check the box that says "Add Python to PATH".
    • You can choose the default installation location or customize it if you prefer.
    • Click Install Now to complete the installation.

  3. Verify Installation: Open Command Prompt and type python --version to check if Python is installed correctly. You should see the version number of Python displayed.

Step 2: Install Visual Studio Code

  1. Download VS Code: Go to the official VS Code website and download the installer for Windows.

  2. Run the Installer: Open the downloaded installer and follow the prompts:

    • Accept the license agreement and click Next.
    • Choose the installation location or use the default.
    • Click Install to complete the installation.

  3. Launch VS Code: Once the installation is complete, you can launch VS Code from the Start menu or by typing code in Command Prompt.

Step 3: Set Up VS Code for Python Development

  1. Install Python Extension: Open VS Code and go to the Extensions view by clicking on the Extensions icon in the Activity Bar on the side of the window or pressing Ctrl+Shift+X.
  2. Search for Python: In the Extensions view, search for "Python" and install the extension provided by Microsoft.
  3. Configure Python Interpreter: After installing the Python extension, you can set up the Python interpreter:
    • Open the Command Palette by pressing Ctrl+Shift+P.
    • Type "Python: Select Interpreter" and press Enter.
    • Choose the Python interpreter you installed earlier from the list.

Step 4: Create a Python Project

  1. Open a Folder: Open VS Code and select "Open Folder" from the File menu or press Ctrl+K Ctrl+O.
  2. Create a New File: In the Explorer view, right-click on the folder and select "New File". Name the file (e.g., hello.py).
  3. Write Python Code: Open the new file and start writing your Python code.

Summary

  • Install Python: Download and install Python, ensuring it's added to PATH.
  • Install VS Code: Download and install Visual Studio Code.
  • Set Up Python in VS Code: Install the Python extension and configure the Python interpreter.
  • Create a Python Project: Open a folder in VS Code and start coding.

If you have any questions or run into any issues, feel free to ask! 😊 Happy coding!