Python Installation on Windows

There are two recommended ways to install Python on Windows:

1. ✅ Using the official installer (best for beginners)

2. ✅ Using Winget (great for developers & quick setup)

✅ Method 1: Install Python from Official Website (Beginner Friendly)

Step 1: Check If Python Is Already Installed

1. Press Win + R

2. Type cmd

3. Press Enter

Then run:

python --version

or

python3 --version

If Python is installed, you’ll see something like:

Python 3.x.x

If not, continue below.

Step 2: Download Python

1. Go to: https://www.python.org/downloads/windows/

2. Click Download Python (latest version)

3. Download the Windows installer (64-bit)

Step 3: Run the Installer (IMPORTANT STEP)

1. Double-click the downloaded .exe file

2. ✅ Check the box: "Add Python to PATH" (Very Important)

3. Click Install Now

Wait for installation to complete.

Step 4: Verify Installation

Open Command Prompt again and run:

python --version

You should see the installed version.

Step 5: Check pip (Python Package Manager)

pip --version

If pip works, you're ready to install libraries:

pip install fastapi

🚀 Method 2: Install Python Using Winget (Developer Friendly)

Windows 10/11 includes a package manager called Winget.

Step 1: Open PowerShell as Administrator

Press Win, search for PowerShell, right-click → Run as Administrator.

Step 2: Install Python

winget install Python.Python.3

Step 3: Verify Installation

python --version

⚠️ Common Problems & Fixes

❌ "Python is not recognized"

This means Python was not added to PATH.

👉 Reinstall Python and make sure to check:

✔ Add Python to PATH