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code editor/ IDE problems - nameno1had - Mar-11-2018

Hello everyone,
I am new here and very new to programming. I have downloaded Python 3.6.4, from the Python.org site. I have had a few problems
that have been driving me mad and are really impeding my progress. They are two separate problems causing me the same basic
road block.

I have tried to use Notepad++ and had nothing but problems trying to "Run" my code. I have tried setting the file path in the
Run pop-up box and have had problems with permissions and file paths. I also learned how to set a macro using plug ins and
still had the same basic result.

I tried using IDLE, from the 3.6.4 download package, which lets you run code with the simple press of the enter key, but it
won't let me highlight and change, or delete anything I have typed, once it is in the editor. I am dumbfounded as to how these
sort of problems both exist and how it is reasonably expected for "green" programmers to figure these things out on their own.

Would anyone please help me solve either of these problems ? I would prefer to understand how to solve all of them and have
options. I am interested in ultimately creating my own free standing GUI, so knowing how to fully utilize an IDE would be the
best, but I am interested in starting off some what simple. I don't want too many crutches or short cuts. Thanks in advance for
your time, consideration and any advice.

RE: code editor/ IDE problems - Larz60+ - Mar-12-2018

IDLE is one of the most simplistic python editors out there, and not very good.
There are many IDE's available for free that will make your life much easier, and make
your learning a much more pleasurable experience.

My personal choice is PyCharm community edition: https://www.jetbrains.com/pycharm/download/download-thanks.html?platform=windows&code=PCC
It takes a bit of learning, but is worth it. I have been using it for years and have no issues with it at all.
Tons of features.

But that being said, an IDE is a personal thing, and there are many choices
googling: 'python IDE's' will get you a huge list.
You may want to set aside a day or two to try a bunch of them, and find one that suits you.

RE: code editor/ IDE problems - snippsat - Mar-12-2018

(Mar-11-2018, 10:31 PM)nameno1had Wrote: I tried using IDLE, from the 3.6.4 download package, which lets you run code with the simple press of the enter key, but it
won't let me highlight and change, or delete anything I have typed, once it is in the editor.

That because it starts in interactive mode,you most start file window.
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IDLE is an embarrassment for Python,and should have been removed or replaced.
Thonny, Pyscripter, Spyder is simelar to IDLE just better.

As mention bye @Larz60+ there is lot choose from PyCharm(free community edition) is good.
What i use is VS Code which is also very good my quick review.
One Python extension dos a lot,7.7 mil downloads.