Introduction A versatile programming language, Python can be used for many different programming projects. With a name inspired by the British comedy group Monty Python, the development team wanted to make Python a language that was fun to use and first published it in 1991. Easy to set up, and written in a relatively straightforward style with immediate feedback on errors, Python is a great choice for beginners and experienced developers alike. Python 3 is the most current version of the language and is considered to be the future of Python. This tutorial will guide you through installing Python 3 on your local Linux machine and setting up a programming environment via the command line. This tutorial will explicitly cover the installation procedures for and Debian 8, but the general principles apply to any other distribution of Debian Linux. Prerequisites You will need a computer with Debian 8 or another version of Debian Linux installed, as well as