To start writing and running Python programs locally on your device, you must have Python installed and an IDE (Integrated Development Environment) or text editor, preferably a code editor.

Using Quarto with Observable JavaScript is a great solution for R and Python users who want to create more interactive and visually engaging reports.

JetBrains has split the latest edition of its PyCharm Python IDE (integrated development environment) into two editions -- the paid professional edition and a new free community edition.