Installing Python Instructions
Tested on macOS Sonoma 14.0
via Python installer
For BEGINNER I RECOMMENDED you to install Python with Python installer,
It's easiest way to install Python on your macOS (In case you use a specific version of Python)
In this class we use python 3.10.11
Why Use the Python Installer?
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User-friendly Interface: The Python installer provides a graphical user interface (GUI) that guides you through the installation process step by step. This makes it particularly suitable for beginners or users who are not comfortable with command-line interfaces (CLI).
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Ease of Use: With the Python installer, you can simply download the installer package from the Python website and run it like any other application installer. This eliminates the need to use complex command-line commands, making the installation process more accessible to a wider range of users.
Installation
Visit the Python Stable Release Page
Go to the Python 3.10.11 release website (opens in a new tab).
Download Python Installer
Installation Process
Open the installer and follow the instructions. Continue through the prompts by clicking "Continue" and "Agree" until you reach the License page. Read the license agreement and click "Agree" to proceed.
Additional Step: Install Certficate and Update shell profile
After the installation is complete, a Python 3.10 folder will be created in your Applications folder. Run the "Install Certificate.command" and "Update Shell Profile.command" files by double-clicking on them. Once finished, you can close the terminal and Python 3.10 folder.
After finish running Install Certficate.command and Update Shell Profile.command you can close terminal and Python 3.10 Folder.