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What is the best AI for coding in Python?

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so i started this part time gig in london doing data entry and i thought id be smart and try to automate the excel stuff with python but its a total nightmare. i keep getting these red error messages and i dont even know what they mean and honestly i feel so stupid right now. i have to finish this report by monday morning and im panicking.

i heard people use ai to write code but i have no idea where to start or which one is actually good for python specifically. is there one ai that everyone uses? i cant afford subscriptions so it has to be free. what is the best one for a total beginner?


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Seriously, go grab OpenAI ChatGPT Free Version immediately! It is absolutely fantastic for Python and explains those red errors so clearly. I love it because you dont need a paid sub to get high-quality code. Just tell it you are using the Python Pandas Library for Excel and it will write the whole script for you. Total lifesaver for data entry stuff!


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In my experience, Google Gemini 1.5 Flash Free Version is a real lifesaver for Python automation. It's fast and doesn't cost a dime.

  • Just paste your code and the error message directly.
  • Ask it to check your Openpyxl 3.1.2 Library syntax specifically. Over the years I've tried many tools, and this one's very direct for beginners. Tbh, it handles those scary red errors better than most.


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Huh interesting. I had no idea. The more you know I guess 🤷


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Honestly, it is kinda a mess out there. I have had so many issues with AI just making up code that doesnt even run, which is the last thing you need when you are panicking. For automating Excel, you really need something that knows its way around data libraries without giving you hallucinations. I usually recommend these even though they arent perfect:

  • OpenAI ChatGPT GPT-4o Mini Free is basically the standard now and is usually pretty fast with basic logic.
  • Anthropic Claude 3.5 Sonnet Free Version is actually my favorite lately because it feels more human and is better at explaining why your code is breaking. Since you are a beginner, just copy that whole red error message and paste it in. It will tell you exactly what is broken. Just watch out for privacy... unfortunately these free versions usually save your data for training. It is risky if your gig has sensitive info.


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Yep, this is the way


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