/python_tutorials

Files for teaching Python

Python Tutorials

Files used for workshops on using Python.

Requirements

All tutorials require:

  • python 2.7
  • ipython-notebook
  • numpy
  • matplotlib

The README file in each tutorial subdirectory contains additional information on requirements.

The easiest way to install Python and the above packages is using Anaconda, a free Python distribution created by Continuum Analytics that is compatible with Windows, Mac OSX and Linux. To install:

  1. download the Python 2.7 installer for your OS here: http://continuum.io/downloads
  2. run the installer
  3. check that the install worked by opening "Launcher" (a graphic interface installed as part of Anaconda) and "launch" ipython-notebook (which will open in your web browser)

If you need more info, see: