Description:
Easily download, build, install, upgrade, and uninstall Python packages
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Type: Formula
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Tracked Since: Oct 10, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Developer tools
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Tags:
python
packaging
developer-tools
build-system
pypi
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Install:
brew install python-setuptools
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About:
Python-setuptools is a library that enables the packaging and installation of Python projects. It provides essential functionality for defining project metadata, dependencies, and entry points, streamlining the distribution process. It is a fundamental tool for building Python libraries and applications for distribution via PyPI.
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Key Features:
- Package discovery and metadata definition
- Dependency management and resolution
- Extensible plugin architecture
- Command-line interface for building and installing
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Use Cases:
- Packaging Python libraries for distribution on PyPI
- Installing Python packages from source code
- Managing entry points for CLI tools
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Alternatives:
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Poetry
– Modern tool that combines dependency management and packaging in one, offering stricter dependency resolution.
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Flit
– Simpler alternative focused on packaging pure Python modules with minimal configuration.
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