Python is one of the most popular programming languages in the world. It is easy to learn, write and read. It is also widely used in artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, and web development.

In this article, we will show you how to install Python on your Mac and run your first Python script. This will allow you to start using Python for various purposes.

Step 1: Install Python

The first thing you need to do is to install Python on your Mac. There are several ways to do this, but the easiest way is to go to the official Python website and download the latest version of Python.

Once the download is complete, double-click on the downloaded file to begin the installation process. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation process.

Step 2: Open the Terminal

The Terminal is a built-in application in Mac that allows you to run commands on your computer. It is the easiest way to run Python scripts. To open the Terminal, simply press Command + Space to open Spotlight, then type “Terminal” and hit Enter.

Step 3: Write Your First Python Script

Once you have installed Python and opened the Terminal, you are ready to write your first Python script. To do this, open a new Terminal window by pressing Command + N.

In the new Terminal window, type the following command:

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nano hello.py

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This command will open a new file named “hello.py” in the nano text editor. You can use any other text editor of your choice.

Next, type the following code into the “hello.py” file:

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print(“Hello, World!”)

“`

This is the most basic Python script that simply prints the message “Hello, World!” on the screen.

Step 4: Save and Run the Script

Once you have written the script, you need to save it and run it.

To save the script, press Control + X, then Y to confirm that you want to save the changes, and Enter to save the script with the same name.

To run the script, simply type the following command in the Terminal window:

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python hello.py

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This command tells the computer to run the “hello.py” Python script. The message “Hello, World!” should appear in the Terminal window.