Python Syntax Basics

This Python Learning Lab introduces the foundational concepts of Python programming, designed to help beginners get comfortable with writing and understanding basic code. 

The lab begins with an overview of Python scripting, guiding learners through writing and executing simple Python scripts using IDE such as Visual Studio Code. The importance of code readability is emphasized through the use of comments and variables.

The lab also covers input and output operations, teaching how to use input() to receive user input and print() to display output, including basic techniques for formatting strings. 

By the end of the lab, participants will be able to write simple, interactive Python programs that clearly communicate their purpose through well-structured code and comments.

Understand and apply fundamental Python syntax to include

• Comments: Used to explain code; not executed by Python.
• Input & Output:
  • input() collects user input (as a string).
  • print() displays information to the screen.
• Variables: Store data; no need to declare type; use = to assign values. 

• Ubuntu Linux Workstation
• Visual Studio Code IDE