My First Python Program: A Simple Calculator

 Today, I am going to create a simple calculator using Python.

This might be your first code ever, and honestly, this is also my first Python code. So don’t worry — we are learning together.

Let’s start step by step.

Step 1: Open VS Code

First, open Visual Studio Code (VS Code).

Step 2: Create a Folder and a File

1. Create a new folder (you can name it anything).
2. Inside the folder, create a new file.
3. In my case, I named the file first.py.

👉 .py is the file extension for Python, just like:

• .cpp for C++
• .java for Java

Step 3: Write the Python Code

Now, write the following code in first.py:

num1 = float(input("Enter num 1: "))  # Taking first number from the user
num2 = float(input("Enter num 2: "))  # Taking second number from the user
opr = input("Enter operator: ")  # User selects the operator (+, -, *)
if opr == "+":  # If operator is +
    output = num1 + num2
if opr == "-":  # If operator is -
    output = num1 - num2
if opr == "*":  # If operator is *
    output = num1 * num2
print("Your calculation is:", output)  # Displaying the result

Explanation (Very Simple)

• input() takes values from the user
• float() converts input into numbers
• if conditions check which operator you selected
• Python uses indentation (spaces) instead of brackets {}

Step 4: Save the File

Press Ctrl + S to save the file.

Step 5: Run the Program

1. Open a new terminal in VS Code.
2. Make sure the terminal is opened in the same folder where first.py exists.
3. Run the command:

python first.py

Step 6: Use Your Calculator

• Enter the first number
• Enter the second number
• Enter the operator (+, -, or *)
• You will see the result on the screen

🎉 Your calculator is ready!

Final Words

This is my first Python program, and I’m really excited to share it with you.
If you are a beginner, trust me — everyone starts from here.

If you like this blog, please share it with others and keep learning 🚀
Happy Coding!

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