Install coding tools for Python development

Beginner
Student
Data Scientist
Visual Studio Code

Learn about what coding is and install tools to help you code.

Learning objectives

In this module, you'll learn:

  • What a programming language is
  • How to install Visual Studio Code and about the benefits of this code editor
  • How to install extensions to enhance the Visual Studio Code experience
  • How to install Python and why it's such a popular programming language
  • How to run a basic Jupyter Notebook within Visual Studio Code

Tip

This module is part of a multimodal learning experience. Start the module to see how you can follow along!

Prerequisites

  • A Windows, Mac, or Linux computer
  • Knowledge of how to download programs from the Internet