# Python installation ## Let’s start with Python We're finally here! But first, let us tell you what Python is. Python is a very popular programming language that can be used for creating websites, games, scientific software, graphics, and much, much more. Python originated in the late 1980s and its main goal is to be readable by human beings (not only machines!). This is why it looks simpler than other programming languages, but don't worry – Python is also really powerful! ## Python installation > **Note** If you're using a Chromebook, skip this chapter and make sure you follow the [Chromebook Setup](https://djangogirls-2.gitbook.io/tutorial/chromebook_setup) instructions. > **Note** If you already worked through the [installation steps](https://djangogirls-2.gitbook.io/tutorial/installation), there's no need to do this again – you can skip straight ahead to the next chapter! --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://djangogirls-2.gitbook.io/tutorial/python_installation.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.