how to run python(not a script, actual program)?

[Tryer(ForLife)]

hello, i'm new here, and i have a question.

I want to learn python and i seem to be stuck in a most embarrassing step, how to run development environment.

i installed ubuntu 9.04 jaunty day before yesterday, so the OS is also new to me.

i know that i have it already installed, when i look at the Add/Remove programs, i see that i have it on my comp, i think it comes with the OS, but i can't find anywhere a way to run..

i also tried install from the Terminal and Terminal also told me that i already have it....

in Aplications/Programming i don't have python, how can i run it?

thanks, regards..

[wojox]

Open a terminal and enter:


python

Then:


help()


quit


quit()

[keplerspeed]

Or install IDLE, very simple and easy to use IDE. To install, either use synaptic and search for IDLE or in the terminal:
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sudo aptitude install idle
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[wojox]

Also open System > Preferences > Main Menu

Left side click Programming

Right side check Python

[kgarbutt]

There is also python machine. There is a deb file for it too.

[Tryer(ForLife)]

thanky you all for your help, things are now more clearer...;)