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Installation Guide for pygenebe

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to install pygenebe, a Python package for working with gene-related data. Follow the steps below to set up the package in your environment.

Prerequisites​

Before installing pygenebe, ensure you have the following:

  • Python: Version 3.8 or higher.
  • pip: The Python package manager, which is typically included with Python installations.
  • A compatible operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).

Installation Steps​

The easiest way to install pygenebe is using pip. Open your terminal or command prompt and run:

pip install pygenebe

This command downloads and installs the latest version of pygenebe along with its dependencies.

2. Verify Installation​

To confirm that pygenebe is installed correctly, you can check the installed version by running:

pip show pygenebe

This will display details about the installed package, including the version number.

Alternatively, you can test the installation in a Python shell:

import pygenebe
print(pygenebe.__version__)

If no errors occur and the version is printed, the installation was successful.

3. Optional: Install from Source (Advanced)​

If you prefer to install pygenebe from the source code (e.g., to use a development version), follow these steps:

  1. Clone the repository from GitHub:

    git clone https://github.com/your-username/pygenebe.git

    (Replace your-username with the actual repository owner if different.)

  2. Navigate to the project directory:

    cd pygenebe

  3. Install the package using pip:

    pip install .

    Alternatively, for an editable installation (useful for development):

    pip install -e .

4. Dependencies​

pygenebe relies on several Python packages, which are automatically installed when using pip. Key dependencies include:

  • numpy
  • pandas
  • requests

To manually install these dependencies, you can run:

pip install numpy pandas requests

Troubleshooting​

If you encounter issues during installation, try the following:

  • Update pip: Ensure you have the latest version of pip by running:

    pip install --upgrade pip

  • Check Python version: Verify that you are using Python 3.8 or higher:

    python --version

  • Virtual environment: Consider using a virtual environment to avoid conflicts with other packages:

    python -m venv env
    source env/bin/activate  # On Windows: env\Scripts\activate
    pip install pygenebe

  • Common errors: If you see errors related to missing dependencies or compatibility, try installing the dependencies manually (see step 4) or check the GitHub Issues page for similar problems.

Next Steps​

Once installed, you can start using pygenebe in your projects. Check out the Usage Guide for examples and tutorials on how to work with the package.

If you need further assistance, refer to the official documentation or reach out to the community via the GitHub repository.

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