The current python version is 2.7.5. Note that python 3.x.x has a different syntax, and we do not support or recommend using it.
In this class, we will mainly need python packages networkx, it dependends on a number of other scientific computing packages: numpy, matplotlib, and others.
If you’re using Windows
Type “python” to enter python environment, and then type the following.
import networtx as nx
We recommend ipython, an enhanced interactive python shell.
Python(x,y) and Enthought Python Distribution comes with iPython. Separate installation instructions is available here ipython.org.
For those who would like to use an IDE for python development, we recommended Eclipse with PyDev plugin. Eclipse can be downloaded from here:
http://www.eclipse.org/downloads/
After downloading, you might want to configure Eclipse for Python, which can be done by following instructions below:
http://www.rose-hulman.edu/class/csse/resources/Eclipse/eclipse-python-configuration.htm
Please download and follow instructions from https://gephi.org/
Optionally, follow Gephi’s [Quick Start Guide][https://gephi.org/users/quick-start/] – we’ll also cover Gephi usage in class.
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