| name | pyright-lsp |
| description | Python language server (Pyright) providing static type checking, code intelligence, and LSP diagnostics for .py and .pyi files. Use when working with Python code that needs type checking, autocomplete suggestions, error detection, or code navigation. |
Pyright LSP
Python language server integration providing static type checking and code intelligence through Microsoft's Pyright.
Capabilities
- Type checking: Static analysis of Python types
- Code intelligence: Autocomplete, go-to-definition, find references
- Error detection: Real-time diagnostics for type errors and issues
- Supported extensions:
.py, .pyi
Installation Check
Before using, verify Pyright is installed:
which pyright || npm install -g pyright
Alternative installation methods:
pip install pyright
pipx install pyright
Usage
Run type checking on Python files:
pyright path/to/file.py
Run on entire project:
cd project-root && pyright
Configuration
Create pyrightconfig.json in project root for custom settings:
{
"include": ["src"],
"exclude": ["**/node_modules", "**/__pycache__"],
"typeCheckingMode": "basic",
"pythonVersion": "3.10"
}
Integration Pattern
When editing Python code:
- Run pyright after significant changes
- Address type errors before committing
- Use diagnostics to improve code quality
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