What is setuptools and how do I use it?

What is setuptools and how do I use it?

Setuptools is a Python package development and distribution tool. It helps you create and manage Python packages.

Can you give me a basic example of a setup.py file?

Sure! A basic setup.py file looks like this:

from setuptools import setup

setup(
    name='your_package_name',
    version='0.1',
    packages=['your_package'],
    install_requires=[],
)

How do I install a package using setuptools?

You can install a package by running python setup.py install in your terminal from the package directory.

What are some common options I can use in setup.py?

Common options include name, version, packages, install_requires, and description. You can customize them as needed.