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Chapter 7. Setting up to Develop Applications Using Python
The Python language version 2.7.5 is available as a part of Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
Newer versions of the Python interpreter and libraries are available as Red Hat Software Collections packages. Install the package with desired version according to the table below.
# yum install packagePython versions corresponding to Red Hat Software Collections packages
Version Package Python 2.7.13
python27
Python 3.4.2
rh-python34
Python 3.5.1
rh-python35
Python 3.6.3
rh-python36
- Install the Eclipse integrated development environment which supports development in the Python language. Eclipse is available as part of Red Hat Developer Tools. For the actual installation procedure, see Using Eclipse.
Additional Resources
- Red Hat Software Collections Hello-World — Python
- Red Hat Software Collections 3.0 Components
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