pyoxidizer ☆

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Description:
Modern Python application packaging and distribution tool

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | @indygreg | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: packaging python rust distribution executable

Install: brew install pyoxidizer

About:
PyOxidizer is a tool for producing single-file executables that can embed Python and all its dependencies. It aims to simplify distribution by creating standalone binaries, removing the need for end-users to install Python separately. It leverages Rust for building and packaging, offering fine-grained control over the final artifact.

Key Features:

Creates single-file executables embedding Python
Supports multiple platforms (Windows, macOS, Linux)
Uses Rust for build configuration and tooling
Can bundle resources like the standard library

Use Cases:

Distributing Python CLI tools to users without Python installed
Packaging Python applications for secure or locked-down environments
Creating self-contained build artifacts for CI/CD pipelines

Alternatives:

PyInstaller – PyInstaller is more mature and easier to configure, but PyOxidizer offers better performance and smaller binaries by using modern linking techniques.
Nuitka – Nuitka compiles Python to C++ for performance, whereas PyOxidizer focuses primarily on packaging and distribution mechanics.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 11, 2024 9:01am		0	VERSION_BUMP	cc9800bc
Nov 30, 2022 12:16am		0	VERSION_BUMP	ea396bda