Welcome to our introductory Python class designed especially for those who are taking their first steps into the world of programming! Python is a powerful, easy-to-learn programming language that is widely used in a variety of fields, from web development to artificial intelligence. In this class, we will explore the basics of Python in an accessible and friendly way, without assuming prior programming knowledge. Through hands-on exercises and clear examples, you'll learn the essential fundamentals of Python and how to apply them to solve real-world problems. Topics to Cover: Introduction to Python: What is Python? Why is it popular? Development environment configuration. Basic Syntax: Variables, data types (numbers, strings, lists), operators and expressions. Control Structures: We will learn about conditional structures (if, elif, else) and loops (for, while) to control the flow of the program.