Apache Spark 3 for Data Engineering and Analytics with Python - MacOS - Python Installation

The video tutorial guides viewers through installing Python 3.9.1 on Mac OS, highlighting the limitations of preinstalled Python versions and the need for compatibility with Spark 3. It provides step-by-step instructions for downloading and installing Python 3.9.1 from Python.org, including selecting the universal installer to avoid compatibility issues with the latest Apple chipset. The tutorial also covers testing the installation by running a simple Python program in the terminal. Finally, it discusses the differences in using Python on Windows and Mac, and hints at future instructions for installing Spark for Python.

Why is it recommended to install Python 3.9 on Mac OS instead of using the preinstalled version?

• Python 3.9 is the only version that works on Mac OS.

• The preinstalled version is not compatible with any software.

• Python 3.9 offers better compatibility with Spark 3.

• The preinstalled version is Python 4, which is outdated.

Which version of Python should be downloaded to ensure compatibility with Spark 3?

• Python 3.9.4

• Python 3.8.1

• Python 3.9.1

• Python 2.7

What is the first step after downloading the Python installer?

• Delete the preinstalled Python version.

• Open the terminal and type Python 3.

• Double-click the downloaded file to start the installation.

• Restart the computer.

How can you verify that Python 3.9.1 is installed correctly?

• By checking the version in the system settings.

• By uninstalling and reinstalling the software.

• By running a simple program in the Python console.

• By opening the Python website.

What command should be used to start Python on a Mac?

• python

• python3

• py

• python2