Installing Python with Chocolatey

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Before You Begin

This guide assumes you already have Chocolatey installed on your Windows computer. If you haven't installed Chocolatey yet, please follow our Chocolatey Setup Guide first.

Installing Python with Chocolatey

Installing Python with Chocolatey is much simpler than the standard installation method, and it automatically adds Python to your PATH!

Step 1: Open PowerShell as Administrator

1. Click on the Windows Start button
2. Type "PowerShell"
3. Right-click on "Windows PowerShell" in the search results
4. Select "Run as administrator"
5. Click "Yes" when asked if you want to allow the app to make changes

Step 2: Install Python

In PowerShell, type this command and press Enter:

choco install python -y

The -y flag automatically answers "yes" to any questions during installation.

Wait for the installation to complete. You'll see a message saying the installation was successful when it's done!

Step 3: Verify the Installation

To make sure Python installed correctly, close your PowerShell window and open a new one (it doesn't need to be as administrator for this step). Then type:

python --version

If you see a version number (like "Python 3.11.4"), then Python installed successfully!

Why This Method Is Easier

• Automatic PATH setup: Chocolatey automatically adds Python to your PATH, so you can run it from any folder
• Simple upgrades: When a new version of Python is released, you can upgrade with a simple command: choco upgrade python -y
• Fewer clicks: Just one command installs everything you need

What's Next?

Now that you have Python installed, you can:

• Run your first Python program
• Install the Nano text editor using Chocolatey - a simple editor for writing code
• Learn how to run Python from the command line

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