Python & VS Code Setup + How to Create venv and Easily Run Scripts | Step by step Guide

Learn how to set up a full Python development environment on Windows using Visual Studio Code—from zero to “Hello, World!” in just a few minutes. Visual Studio Code is a free and powerful IDE, perfect for both beginners and seasoned developers. Whether you’re just starting out or need a quick refresher, this tutorial covers: *What You’ll Learn* Installing Visual Studio Code on Windows Downloading & configuring Python 3.13.3 Adding Python to your system PATH Installing the official Python extension for VS Code Creating, saving, and running your first main.py script Quick setup of virtual environments (venv) Tips for IntelliSense and productivity *Helpful Links:* Visual Studio Code download: https://code.visualstudio.com/download Python Downloads: https://www.python.org/downloads/ VS Code Python Extension: https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ms-python.python *Time Stamps:* 00:00 - Objectives of This Tutorial 00:30 - Download Visual Studio Code on Windows 00:50 - Install VS Code and Select "Add Open with Code" Option 01:31 - Install Python (Latest Version) on Windows PC 01:57 - Add Python.exe to PATH (Important Step) 02:20 - Use Admin Privileges to Install py.exe for All Users 02:36 - Customize Python Installation (Skip Python Documentation) 02:51 - Install pip for Package Management (Skip IDLE/td/tk) 03:11 - Enable PyLauncher for All Users 03:48 - Verify Python Installation in Terminal/Command Line 04:18 - First Run of Python Code in Terminal 04:45 - Create Your First Python File (main.py) 05:16 - Run Python File Using Terminal or PowerShell 06:07 - Install the Microsoft Python Extension in VS Code 06:27 - Run Python Scripts Using the Play Button (VS Code Extension) 06:45 - Using IntelliSense for Code Suggestions in Python 07:22 - Create a Virtual Environment (venv) Using Command Palette 08:17 - Automatic Detection of venv and Python Interpreter 09:06 - Final Wrap-Up and Next Steps Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8NoIbiu78iGMnh_xezgx8A/join #python #vscode #tutorial #coding