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Table of Contents

  • Getting Started With pip
    • Finding pip on Your System
    • Running pip as a Module
    • Using pip in a Python Virtual Environment
    • Reinstalling pip When Errors Occur
  • Installing Packages With pip
    • Using the Python Package Index (PyPI)
    • Using a Custom Package Index
    • Installing Packages From Your Git Repositories
    • Installing Packages in Editable Mode to Ease Development
  • Using Requirements Files
    • Pinning Requirements
    • Fine-Tuning Requirements
    • Separating Production and Development Dependencies
    • Freezing Requirements for Production
  • Uninstalling Packages With pip
  • Exploring Alternatives to pip
  • Conclusion
  • Frequently Asked Questions

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