README.md

Setting Up a Python Virtual Environment in VS Code

Prerequisites

Ensure you have:

• Python installed (Download)
• VS Code installed (Download)
• Git installed (Download)
• Python extension installed in VS Code

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Step 1: Clone the GitHub Repository

Before setting up the virtual environment, clone your project from GitHub:

git clone https://github.com/your-username/your-repo.git
cd your-repo

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Step 2: Create a Virtual Environment

Inside the cloned repository, run:

python -m venv .venv

This creates a virtual environment named venv.

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Step 3: Activate the Virtual Environment

Windows (PowerShell)

venv\Scripts\Activate

Mac/Linux

source venv/bin/activate

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Step 4: Select the Virtual Environment in VS Code

1. Press Ctrl + Shift + P (or Cmd + Shift + P on Mac).
2. Search for "Python: Select Interpreter".
3. Choose the one inside venv (e.g., .venv/bin/python).

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Step 5: Install Dependencies

If your project has dependencies listed in requirements.txt, install them:

pip install -r requirements.txt

To save installed packages for future use:

pip freeze > requirements.txt

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Step 6: Deactivate the Virtual Environment

Exit the virtual environment by running:

deactivate

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IGNORE STEPS 4,5 and 6.

Troubleshooting

• If venv\Scripts\Activate is not working on Windows, run:

  Set-ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Scope Process

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Conclusion

You have successfully:
✅ Cloned your GitHub repository.
✅ Set up a Python virtual environment in VS Code.
✅ Installed dependencies and configured the workspace.

Now, you can start coding in an isolated environment! 🚀

Would you like a script to automate this setup? 😃