This post explains how to install Python on Linux, Windows, or Mac. We will also set up an editor so that you can start coding!

Learn how to get Python up and running on Windows, macOS, or Linux—and avoid the biggest pitfalls along the way.

If you don’t have Python already installed on your system, see the How to set up VS Code for R video tutorial for easy instructions on how to install Python for use with R and RStudio.