Stop Installing Python Packages Globally
With virtual environments, you can isolate your software and avoid version conflicts
Hey there, it’s Erik-Jan from the Technology Explained publication on Medium.com.
I’d like to inform you of my latest article, published in ‘Better Programming’ on Medium. It’s meant for Python beginners. If that’s not you: sorry for bothering you ;-)
Python virtual environments allow you to install Python packages in an isolated location for a particular application, instead of installing them globally.
In my article, I explore what the advantages are and explain how you can quickly get started. You can read it here.
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