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Python Basics

Welcome to the Python Basics section! Here, you will learn the fundamental concepts of Python programming language. Python is known for its simplicity and readability, making it a great language for beginners and professionals alike.

Installation

Before you start, you need to install Python on your system. You can download it from the official Python website. Make sure to select the version that matches your operating system.

Basic Syntax

Here's a simple "Hello, World!" program in Python:

print("Hello, World!")

Variables

In Python, variables are used to store data. Here's an example:

x = 10
name = "John"

Lists

Lists are used to store multiple items in a single variable. For example:

numbers = [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Loops

Python provides two types of loops: for and while.

For Loop

for i in range(5):
    print(i)

While Loop

i = 0
while i < 5:
    print(i)
    i += 1

Functions

Functions are blocks of code that perform a specific task. Here's an example of a function that adds two numbers:

def add(a, b):
    return a + b

result = add(3, 4)
print(result)

Next Steps

To learn more about Python, check out our Python Tutorials. Happy coding!

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