Installing
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Installing¶
There are different ways to install Pooch:
Using the pip package manager:
python -m pip install pooch
Using the conda package manager that comes with the Anaconda/Miniconda distribution:
conda install pooch --channel conda-forge
Using pip to install the latest unreleased version from GitHub
(not recommended in most situations):
python -m pip install --upgrade git+https://github.com/fatiando/pooch
Note
The commands above should be executed in a terminal. On Windows, use the
cmd.exe or the “Anaconda Prompt” app if you’re using Anaconda.
Which Python?¶
You’ll need Python >= 3.7. See Supported Python versions if you require support for older versions.
Dependencies¶
The required dependencies should be installed automatically when you install
Pooch using conda or pip. Optional dependencies have to be installed
manually.
Required:
Optional:
tqdm: For printing a download progress bar. See Printing progress bars.
paramiko: For SFTP downloads. See
pooch.SFTPDownloader.xxhash: For the faster xxHash algorithms. See Other supported hashes.