How to package code in pycharm

How to use PyCharm to package code

PyCharm is a powerful Python IDE that provides a convenient way to package code and create executable files. Packaging lets you package Python code, libraries, and dependencies into a single file that can be easily distributed and run.

Steps:

1. Create a virtual environment (optional)

It is recommended to create a virtual environment before packaging, to ensure code is isolated from specific Python versions and dependencies.

2. Install PyInstaller (if not already installed)

PyInstaller is a third-party library for packaging Python code. In PyCharm, go to the "Tools" menu and select "Python Packages". Search for "PyInstaller" and install it.

3. Configure packaging settings

Right-click your project and select "Export Application".

• Onefile and Onedirectory: Choose to package the code as a single file or directory. Onefile is suitable for simple applications, while Onedirectory is suitable for more complex applications with external dependencies.
• Main script: Specifies the entry point script of the project.
• Console: Select whether to include a console window in the package.
• Path: Specify the output path of the packaged file.

4. Packaging code

Click "OK" to start the packaging process. PyCharm will create the executable file and place it in the specified output path.

5. Distributing the packaged file

The packaged file can be distributed to other users, and they can run the file using the Python interpreter, even if Python is not installed on their machine.

Note:

• Make sure there are no relative imports in your code as PyInstaller cannot resolve them.
• If your application depends on external libraries, make sure they are also included in the packaging file.
• When using the --onefile option, the package file path can be accessed through file.
• On Windows, the packaged file may require administrator privileges to run.

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