Python venv Cheat Sheet/Inspect Python resolution in PowerShell

See which python command PowerShell resolves.

Section: Bootstrap and repair pip

Inspect Python resolution in PowerShell

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Get-Command python
Explanation

Useful when activation appears to work but PowerShell still resolves the wrong interpreter.

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Compare similar commands or jump into common fixes when this command is part of a bigger troubleshooting path.

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