**Lesson 04: Getting Started with Python: Exploring IDLE and the Interactive Environment**
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In this lesson, we’ll dive into Python’s Integrated Development and Learning Environment (IDLE) and its interactive features. You’ll learn how to set up and navigate IDLE, run Python scripts, and use the interactive shell to execute code snippets. This session will cover:

– **Introduction to IDLE:** Understanding its layout, features, and how it aids in Python development.
– **Running Scripts:** How to create, save, and run Python files in IDLE.
– **Interactive Mode:** Using the Python shell for immediate code execution and testing.
– **Basic Operations:** Performing simple calculations and executing Python commands interactively.

By the end of this lesson, you’ll be comfortable using IDLE for Python programming and be able to efficiently test and debug your code in an interactive environment.