Matt Layman • 7/4/2017

Using Pipfile for fun and profit

This article compares the traditional Python requirements.txt file with the newer Pipfile format. It details the flaws of requirements.txt, such as its inability to clearly separate direct and transitive dependencies or development and production needs. The piece explains why Pipfile is a superior solution for dependency management and provides guidance on how to begin using it in your projects.

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#Python #dependency management #packaging