Create distributable Python packages with proper project structure, setup.py/pyproject.toml, and publishing to PyPI. Use when packaging Python libraries, creating CLI tools, or distributing Python code.
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Create distributable Python packages with proper project structure, setup.py/pyproject.toml, and publishing to PyPI. Use when packaging Python libraries, creating CLI tools, or distributing Python code.
Python Packaging
Comprehensive guide to creating, structuring, and distributing Python packages using modern packaging tools, pyproject.toml, and publishing to PyPI.
Use this skill when
Creating Python libraries for distribution
Building command-line tools with entry points
Publishing packages to PyPI or private repositories
Setting up Python project structure
Creating installable packages with dependencies
Building wheels and source distributions
Versioning and releasing Python packages
Creating namespace packages
Implementing package metadata and classifiers
Building standalone executables (PyInstaller/Nuitka)
Handling hidden imports
Managing data files (_MEIPASS)
Icon and resource bundling
Cross-platform build specifications (.spec files)
Do not use this skill when
The task is unrelated to python packaging
You need a different domain or tool outside this scope
Instructions
Clarify goals, constraints, and required inputs.
Apply relevant best practices and validate outcomes.
Provide actionable steps and verification.
If detailed examples are required, open resources/implementation-playbook.md.
Resources
resources/implementation-playbook.md for detailed patterns and examples.
