How to Run Python From Bash

Python programmers refer to it as having "batteries included" because the library contains a variety of modules that facilitate rapid development by providing a set of standard solutions. When you want to take advantage of Python's capabilities on a Unix-like system, such as Linux, you can run it in a shell such as Bash, rather than launching it graphically.

Instructions

1. Open a terminal emulator, such as Terminal in Gnome, Konsole in KDE or XTerm in other window managers.

2. Type "python" without quotes at the Bash prompt.

3. Write your program at the Python prompt or type "help()" for interactive help.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are new to Python programming, visit the Python tutorial on the Python documentation website.

References

• Python Documentation v.2.7.2: The Python Standard Library

Resources

• Python Documentation v.2.7.2: The Python Tutorial