About Lesson
Python Requirements
- Recommend Python version 3.10 from http://www.python.org
- Biopython is currently supported and tested on the following Python implementations:
- Python 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 3.10 and 3.11 – see http://www.python.org
Verifying Python Installation
Biopython is designed to work with Python 2.5 or higher versions. So, it is mandatory that python be installed first. Run the below command in your command prompt −
> python --version
Installing Biopython using pip
It is easy to install Biopython using pip from the command line on all platforms. Type the below command-
>pip install biopython
Verifying Biopython Installation
Now, you have successfully installed Biopython on your machine. To verify that Biopython is installed properly, type the below command on your python console −
C:UsersDELL XPS>python Python 3.11.3 (tags/v3.11.3:f3909b8, Apr 4 2023, 23:49:59) [MSC v.1934 64 bit (AMD64)] on win32 Type "help", "copyright", "credits" or "license" for more information. >>> import Bio >>> print(Bio.__version__) 1.81 >>>