Packaging Python CLI Applications

Have you written a helpful Python script but struggle with how to share it or run it outside of your development folder? It's time to move beyond simple scripts and learn how to build distributable applications. This course provides a clear, step-by-step guide to structuring, packaging, and distributing your Python code as a command-line interface (CLI) tool. You will learn the best practices for creating applications that anyone can easily install and use from their terminal. What you'll learn: - Structure a Python project with a modern layout and the `pyproject.toml` configuration file. - Parse user input and command-line arguments gracefully using the built-in `argparse` module. - Define console script entry points to create custom, executable commands for your tools. - Build distributable packages (wheels) and install them for development and distribution. - Understand the role of `__main__.py` and how to create runnable modules. - Manage project dependencies and create isolated environments with `venv`. You will begin with the fundamentals of project structure and configuration, then progress to building and installing a complete command-line application. This course is designed for Python developers familiar with writing scripts who want to learn packaging. No prior experience with `setuptools` or packaging is required. Start building shareable and professional Python tools today.