Modern Python Packaging Explained

Feeling confused by Python's packaging ecosystem? This course demystifies the process of managing dependencies, structuring projects, and sharing your code, turning a common point of frustration into a clear and manageable skill. You will gain a solid understanding of how Python packaging works, from foundational concepts to modern, real-world workflows. By the end of this course, you'll be able to confidently structure your projects, manage dependencies with virtual environments, and prepare your code for distribution on the Python Package Index (PyPI). What you'll learn: - Understand the fundamentals of Python modules, packages, and imports. - Practice creating and managing isolated project environments with venv. - Learn the evolution from traditional setup.py to modern pyproject.toml configuration. - Manage project dependencies effectively using requirements files and modern tools. - Structure your Python projects for clarity, maintainability, and distribution. - Build and prepare your own installable packages for sharing. The course starts with core terminology and the history of Python packaging, then progresses to hands-on exercises covering virtual environments, dependency management, and building your first package. It is designed for beginners, and no prior experience with Python packaging is required—just a basic familiarity with writing Python code. Start learning how to package and share your Python projects professionally.