How to set Visual studio code for Python

Are you someone who has trouble setting visual studio code for Python?

Then, you don't have to worry about it. Because I am a Pseudo Python Developer and I will help you to set up your visual studio code for Python. I am going to explain the step-by-step process by which you can easily set Visual Studio code for Python.

What is Python?

Python is an open-source programming language which is developed by Guido Van Rossum in February 1991. It is an object-oriented programming language that is mainly used to develop projects like Machine Learning & Artificial Language**.**

It is easy to understand and beginner-friendly language. Python is used by companies like Google, Netflix, Microsoft, Uber, and many others.

How to install python on Windows?

To Install python on windows follows the steps given below :

Step 1. First, You have to go to the Python.org website to download the .exe file.

Step 2. Then, You have to click on the download tab.

Step 3. Next, You have to click on the download python button to download the latest version of python.

Step 4. Now, you have to open the python .exe file.

Step 5. In the next step, you have to click on the Install Now button and tick the box install launcher for all the users.

Step 6. Then, You can see that your python file is installing.

Step 7. Finally, you will see a screen with the setup was successful message.

How do you check whether Python is installed or not

Steps to check whether python Installed or not

Step 1. First, you have to open the power shell in your windows

Step 2. Then, you just have to type "python --version" and press enter.

Step 3. If it shows the version without any error then it is properly installed.

What is Visual Studio Code?

Visual Studio Code is an open-source code editor developed by Microsoft on 29 April 2015. You can use this code editor to build different types of websites and web apps. It supports different programming languages like HTML, CSS, Javascript and Python, C++, etc.

It is free to use code editor which is available on different platforms like windows, mac, and Linux. Visual studio code has different features like auto-suggestion, Debugger, syntax highlighting, and many more.

It is an important step, sometimes python is not installed properly in your system. and to ensure that python is properly installed you have to follow the steps given below.

How to install visual studio on windows

To install visual studio in windows follow the steps given below:

Step 1. First, go to code.visualstudio.com .

Step 2. Then you have to click on the download button.

Step 3. After that, you have to run the visual studio code .exe file

Step 4. Then a dialog box will open where you have to choose the I accept the agreement button and click on the next button.

Step 5. In the next step, you have to choose the location where you want to install the visual studio and click on the next button.

Step 6. Then again you have to click on the next button.

Step 7. After that, you have to click on create a desktop icon if you want and click on the next button.

Step 8. Then finally you have to click on the install button. and you're installing will start.

How do I add python to visual studio code?

Steps To add python in vs code

Follow the steps given below to add python to visual studio code:

Step 1. First, you have to open the visual studio code.

Step 2. Then you have to Click on the extension button.

Step 3. Next, you have to search 'Python' in the search bar and press enter.

Step 4. After that, you have to select the python extension and click on the install button.

Step 5. You have to wait sometime and you're extension will be installed.

Also Read: 4 Best Online Python Compilers for Python

How to install a module in python

Steps To Install Python Module

A Module is a pre-written python code written by someone else which we can use in our program to code faster. It can easily be imported into our system by writing simple lines of code in the terminal.

Follow the steps given below to install a module in python

Step 1. First, you have to open the window power shell.

Step 2. And type "pip install "

For example, I have to install the panda module so I have to type "pip install panda".

Step 3. Then, you have to wait sometime until the module is not installed.

Frequently Asked Question

Can I use Visual Studio Code for Python?

Yes, you can use visual studio code for python

Is PyCharm similar to VS Code?

No, Pycharm is an IDE whereas, visual studio code is only a code editor

Is PyCharm necessary for Python?

No Pycharm is not necessary for python only if you are using any other code editor or IDE

Is PyCharm better than Jupyter?

Yes, Pycharm is better than Jupyter.

Is PyCharm free?

Pycharm has two versions if you're using the community version then it is totally free.

Is Visual Studio Code free?

Yes, Visual Studio Code is a Free Open Source Code Editor

Which IDE is better for Python?

Visual Studio and Pycharm is the best IDE for Python

Conclusion

So, that's all for today's guy and I hope you have successfully set up visually studio code for python. If you have any questions regarding this topic please write them in the comment section and I feel very happy to answer them.