Py Charm
Py Charm
Macs come with Python preloaded so all you need to do is download and install the IDE (Integrated
Development Environment) PyCharm. If you prefer a different IDE, you are welcome to use it. PyCharm
is my favorite and so that is what I recommend.
3. Start the Installation process – Click on the downloaded file to begin the
install process.
4. Add PyCharm to applications – Drag the PyCharm file to the
applications folder
5. Open PyCharm and follow the prompts to begin using PyCharm.
Step 2: PyCharm Setup
2. Name the project “csce100” and make sure the base interpreter is set under the Project
interpreter dropdown. Then, click “Create”.
To get yourself ready for the first assignment, two-finger press on (or CTRL + click) the
3.
project, hover over New, and select Directory. Name the new directory “assignment1”.
4. Download the test.py file from canvas under Files “Python Installation Instructions”.
5. Move the test.py file to your new “assignment1” folder and open the file in the PyCharm
editor.
6. To make sure that everything is set up correctly, run the test.py file. To run the file, two-
finger press (or CTRL + click) in the editor window and select “Run”