How do I set up a virtual environment in VSCode?

How do I set up a virtual environment in VSCode?

To set up a virtual environment in VSCode, first, ensure you have Python installed. Then, open your terminal and run python -m venv myenv to create a virtual environment named 'myenv'.

What should I do after creating the virtual environment?

After creating the virtual environment, activate it by running source myenv/bin/activate on macOS/Linux or myenv\Scripts\activate on Windows. This will allow you to install packages in isolation.

How do I install packages in this environment?

Once the virtual environment is activated, you can install packages using pip. For example, run pip install package_name to install a specific package.

Can I use a requirements.txt file?

Yes, you can! Just create a requirements.txt file with your dependencies listed, and run pip install -r requirements.txt to install them all at once.