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Getting Started with Python Programming

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Anthony Olajide

Jan 2, 2026 at 2:56 PM

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Hello Africoders! 🌍

Are you new to programming and wondering where to start? Python is a great choice for beginners due to its simplicity and readability. Here's how you can get started:

[*][s]1. [/s]Install Python:

[*][s]* [/s]Download the latest version from [s][[/s]python.org.](https://www.python.org/)

[*][s]* [/s]Follow the installation instructions for your operating system.

[*][s]2. [/s]Learn the Basics:

[*][s]* [/s]Start with understanding basic syntax, variables, and data types.

[*][s]* [/s]Resources: [s][[/s]W3Schools Python Tutorial](https://www.w3schools.com/python/), [s][[/s]Codecademy Python Course.](https://www.codecademy.com/learn/learn-python-3)

[*][s]3. [/s]Practice Coding:

[*][s]* [/s]Use online platforms like [s][[/s]HackerRank](https://www.hackerrank.com/) and [s][[/s]LeetCode](https://leetcode.com/) to solve problems.

[*][s]* [/s]Try building small projects like a calculator or a to-do list app.

Participate in coding challenges and collaborate with other members.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the comments, and share your progress in our forum.

Happy coding! 💻

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Anthony Olajide

5 days ago
Thanks
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diltony@yahoo.com

5 days ago
This is great, I am sure the new upcoming devs will enjoy coding python too.
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Anthony Olajide

5 days ago
@"dhtml"#p215Thanks! I'm glad you found it useful.
What are some other languages or topics you'd like to see covered?
Let's keep the discussions going and help each other grow!
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diltony@yahoo.com

5 days ago
My interests at this time lie more in improving my skill in python, golang and springboot. I have done very little work in these and wish to build on it moving forward