setting up a python conda environment
Conda is a powerful package management and environment management system that makes it easy to manage Python environments and dependencies. Before we dive into using Conda, let’s understand the concept of a Python virtual environment.
A Python virtual environment is a self-contained directory that contains its own Python interpreter and library installations. It allows you to isolate projects and their dependencies, preventing conflicts between different projects that may require different versions of packages.
Conda provides a convenient way to create, manage, and switch between Python environments. Here are some reasons why Conda is preferred:
If you haven’t installed Conda yet, you can download and install it by following the instructions on the official Conda website.
Open a terminal or command prompt on your system. This is where you will enter the Conda commands to create and manage Python environments.
To create a new Python environment, use the following command:
conda create --name myenv python=3.8Activate the newly created environment using the following command:
conda activate myenvInstall packages into the newly created environment using, for example, the following command:
conda install pytorch torchvision torchaudio cudatoolkit=10.2 -c pytorchSee all your environments using the following command:
conda info --envsWhen you’re done working in the environment, deactivate it using the following command:
conda deactivateThat’s it! You’ve now covered the steps to activate, install packages, view/manage environments, and deactivate a Python environment using Conda. Feel free to use and customize this guide based on your specific needs.