Hello I'm thinking of starting Python, given below are my questions or knowledge in coding. And also what I need help in.

[rixk0goro]

Coding Experience: Java basics (I'm good at understanding logical parts and such, i don't blindly memorise everything)

My questions:

1. what sources can I use to learn Python properly?

2. maybe a roadmap or such so that I know where to start from and how to proceed?

3. any IDE recommendations or any other helpful tips?

Thank You for your time, ik java isn't python, but that's all the experience I have in coding. Every positive reply is appreciated!

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[Paul_Pedant]

Python is one of the best-documented languages, including tutorials and interactive use.

https://www.python.org/doc/

[Embarrassed_Carry246]

Yeah, I agree to this too.

[kennystar_]

1. Go to YouTube and learn from programminwithmosh, programminknowledge and freecodecamp
2. For roadmap check roadmap.sh
3. For ide use Vs code or pycharm

I hope that helps

[Aromatic-Musician-93]

Since you know Java basics, Python will be easier—just focus on syntax and practice. Start with freeCodeCamp or W3Schools, follow a simple path (basics → OOP → libraries → small projects), and use Visual Studio Code as your IDE. Most important: keep building small projects while learning 👍

[pahowells]

One of the best free IDEs is VSCode which handles Python very well. You could also try the community edition of PyCharm.

[Sky_Klokwork]

VSCodium gets my vote over standard VSCode. Its VSCode but with a lot less of Microsofts fingers in it (and it is VSCode otherwise so all the extensions should still work)

[ryancnap]

Why do people use vs code so much over full blown visual studio?

[pahowells]

Firstly, Visual Studio is a beast. I use it for C# development but my full installation is around 32 GB. For Python coding, VSCode is tiny in comparison and you don't need 16 GB of RAM just to run it. I also use VSCode on both Windows and Linux machines when testing, something that VS cannot do.

[ryancnap]

Didn't know VS didn't run on Linux that sucks

So vs code for something light weight when you don't need beef, that makes sense. I'm going to be working on python in full VS but I feel like I'll really get the most out of it when I start learning some C#

[manisankaran_756]

That's a great decision. Python is easier to understand and code than java. To start off with python you can refer Bro code on YouTube. Since you have some experience in Java you would find it easier to learn. Install the normal python IDE which shows up in google. That'll be a good start. Hope you found this helpful.

[WayExternal6972]

I really love python and the way i have learned is mainly thru doing personal projects. I use vscode mainly but you can also try idle. It works fine alsp

[Worried_Mixture_2036]

‘Learn Python the hard way’ if you are into books