Resolving 'Visual Studio Code Python Was Not Found' Issue

If you're unable to find Python on your Visual Studio Code (VS Code) installation, there are a few ways to resolve this issue.

Firstly, you can use the Microsoft Store app or search for a Linux distribution in the Windows search bar. WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux) allows you to install and run a Linux distribution directly on your Windows 10 machine. To enable WSL, open PowerShell as an Administrator and type `Enable-WindowsOptionalFeature -Online -FeatureName Microsoft-Windows-Subsystem-Linux`. After running this command, you'll be prompted to restart your Windows machine.

Once you've restarted, you can check if WSL is enabled by opening a Command Prompt and typing `wsl`. If you're unable to find Python on your VS Code installation, it's likely because you haven't installed a Linux distribution yet. You can install one from the Microsoft Store.

Alternatively, you can enable WSL through the Windows Features dialog or PowerShell. To do this, type 'features' in the Windows search bar and select the Turn Windows Features on and off dialog. Scroll down and check the box next to Windows Subsystem for Linux.

Using the WSL Extension

Once you've installed a Linux distribution, you can use the WSL extension for VS Code to run your code within the Linux environment. This allows you to take advantage of Python's cross-compiling capabilities using IntelliSense.

To enable the WSL extension, simply install it from the Extensions marketplace in VS Code. Once installed, you'll see a new Status bar item at the far left of your screen. Clicking on this item will bring up the WSL extension commands.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

If you're still experiencing issues with finding Python on your VS Code installation, there are a few common problems to check for:

* Make sure you've installed pandas from the correct location using the VS Python Environments window.

* Check that you've selected the correct Python environment and try installing pandas again using `py -m pip install pandas`.

* If you're using multiple versions of Python, ensure that you're using the correct one.

By following these steps and troubleshooting common issues, you should be able to resolve the 'Visual Studio Code Python Was Not Found' issue and get back to coding with ease.

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