unit-1.md

Unit 1: The Python Development Environment

Learning Objectives

In this unit, we'll gain familiarity with the ecosystem of Python development tools. And we'll begin to practice a version controlled development process.

Discussions and Notes

• Markdown Guide
• Editing text:
  • VS Code
• Managing Virtual Environments:
  • The conda Utility
• Running Python Programs:
  • The python Utility
• Installing Python Packages:
  • The pip Utility
• Version Control:
  • GitHub Desktop Software
  • The git Utility
• Environment Variables

Activities and Exercises

• "Hello World (Colab)" Exercise
• "Hello World (Local)" Exercise
• "Hello World (Version Control)" Exercise
• "Run the App" Exercise