Python Packaging: From Scripts to Installable Projects

Tired of messy project folders and 'module not found' errors? Ready to share your Python code in a clean, professional way? This course will guide you through the fundamentals of the Python packaging ecosystem, turning your standalone scripts into structured, installable projects. By the end of this course, you'll understand how to manage project dependencies reliably and prepare your own code for easy distribution and reuse. You will gain the foundational skills to collaborate on larger Python applications and contribute to the open-source community. What you'll learn: - Understand the key concepts of modules, packages, and distributions in Python. - Master the use of `pip` to install, upgrade, and manage third-party packages from the Python Package Index (PyPI). - Practice isolating project dependencies with virtual environments using the built-in `venv` module. - Learn to define project dependencies using both traditional `requirements.txt` files and the modern `pyproject.toml` standard. - Apply best practices for structuring your project's files and folders for clarity and maintainability. - Build and install a simple Python package from your own source code. We start with the essential terminology and concepts, then move into hands-on exercises with `pip` and virtual environments. You'll then apply these skills to structure and package your own project from the ground up. This course is designed for beginners with a basic knowledge of Python; no prior experience with packaging or the command line is required. Start learning how to manage your Python projects effectively today.