What are the features of Python's venv and virtualenv?

What are the features of Python's venv and virtualenv?

Both venv and virtualenv are tools for creating isolated Python environments. venv is included in the standard library from Python 3.3 onwards, while virtualenv is a third-party package that works with both Python 2 and 3. They allow you to manage dependencies for different projects separately.

Can you explain the differences between venv and virtualenv?

Sure! The main differences are that venv is part of the standard library and is simpler to use, while virtualenv offers more features like support for older Python versions and the ability to create environments with different Python interpreters.

Which one should I use for my new project?

If you're using Python 3.3 or later, I recommend using venv for its simplicity. However, if you need to support multiple Python versions or require additional features, virtualenv might be the better choice.

How do I create a virtual environment using venv?

You can create a virtual environment using venv by running the command python -m venv myenv, where 'myenv' is the name of your environment. After that, activate it with source myenv/bin/activate on Unix or myenvin\activate on Windows.