IronPython is a popular, open-source implementation of Python 3.x for .NET that is built on top of its very ownDynamic Language Runtime.

To install and run IronPython, follow these steps:

1. Read theinstallation instructions and choose the installation method appropriate for your needs.
2. Download the release assets appropriate for your system and your .NET type from thereleases page.
3. Install the package by following the chosen steps from theinstallation instructions.

In order to use IronPython:

1. Run theipy command to start the IronPython console - while not in the systemPATH variable, the IronPython installer generally adds the console to the computer's Programs menu, or the Start menu on Windows.
2. You can then execute Python code directly, using the .NET runtime libraries as needed.

You can then interact with the IronPython Console as shown below.

The following C# program:

usingSystem.Windows.Forms;MessageBox.Show("Hello World!","Greetings",MessageBoxButtons.OKCancel);

can be written in IronPython as follows:

importclrclr.AddReference("System.Windows.Forms")fromSystem.Windows.FormsimportMessageBox,MessageBoxButtonsMessageBox.Show("Hello World!","Greetings",MessageBoxButtons.OKCancel)

IronPython targets .NET Standard 2.0, .NET Framework 4.6.2, .NET 6 and .NET 8.

Here are some ways you can contribute:

• Update documentation.
• Identify and fix failing tests.
• Check out ourgood first issues.

IronPython is licensed under theApache License 2.0.

Copyright (c) .NET Foundation and Contributors.