Step 1 - Python must be installed on the system python --version pip --version
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Step 2 - Create a new folder, Open cmd prompt or terminal and goto the location of folder
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Step 3 - Create a virtual environment by running the command python -m venv myenv
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Step 4 - Activate the virtual environment by running the command myenv/bin/activate Linux/Mac
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Step 5 - Once the virtual environment is activated, it’s name will be visible on the terminal myenv
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Step 6 - We can install the packages in the project by running the command pip install package_name
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Optional - We can use command pip freeze > requirements.txt to save all the dependencies in a single file
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Step 1 - Run commands:
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Step 2 - On cmd goto folder where you want to create project
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Step 3 - Create a virtual environment using command mkvirtualenv <environment-name>
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Step 4 - To bind our virtualenv with current working directory
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Can check env and python details using - which python or where python
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Learn how to create and manage Python virtual environments in this comprehensive tutorial. Discover the benefits of virtual environments and follow step-by-step instructions for setting them up both in project folders and system-wide. Master essential commands for activating, deactivating, and managing dependencies within virtual environments. Gain practical knowledge on isolating project dependencies, avoiding conflicts, and streamlining your Python development workflow.
Creating Python Virtual Environment in Folder and on System - Step by Step Demo