Print the interpreter path in use.
Section: Prefer python -m pip
Confirm interpreter path
bash
bash
python -c "import sys; print(sys.executable)"Explanation
Useful before installing packages so you know where they will land.
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Use pip with Python 3 explicitly
Install a package with a specific interpreter family.
Use pip with a specific Python version
Install into Python 3.11 specifically.
Install requirements into an active venv
Install project dependencies after activation.