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Virtualenv - A Deep Dive

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Overview

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Dive deep into the world of Python virtual environments with this comprehensive 58-minute webinar from JetBrains. Explore the intricacies of virtualenv, a tool for building Python virtual environments, and learn about its recent complete rewrite. Discover the components of virtual environments, their inner workings, and the differences between virtualenv and Python's built-in venv. Gain insights into the challenges of Python packaging and explore alternative methods for using virtualenv without installation. Suitable for intermediate-level Python developers, this webinar features Bernat Gabor, a prominent figure in the open-source Python community and maintainer of virtualenv. Follow along as he covers topics such as activation scripts, the reasons behind virtualenv's rewrite, and the complexities of Python packaging. Enhance your understanding of Python development practices and virtual environment management through this informative session.

Syllabus

- Intro
- Basics of virtual environments
- Activation script
- First batch of questions
- Why a rewrite of virtualenv?
- Next questions
- What's hard about Python packaging
- Next questions
- Alternate non-install of virtualenv using zipapps
- Last questions

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