# Introduction to Python **Video Link:** [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7G5B8P8k9s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7G5B8P8k9s) *** Python is a powerful general-purpose programming language. It is used in: * Machine Learning * Web Development * Data Analysis * Scientific Research * Automation Compared to other programming languages, Python has simple, easy-to-use syntax. This makes Python an excellent language to learn to program for beginners. ## Programs in the Videos ```python print("Hello World!") ``` **Output** ``` Hello World ``` This is a `print()` function. It prints whatever object that is inside the parentheses `()`. When we print strings like this, the `print()` removes quotations when it displays the output.