Python venv Cheat Sheet/Prefer python -m pip

Bind pip explicitly to the chosen interpreter.

Section: Bootstrap and repair pip

Prefer python -m pip

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python -m pip --version
Explanation

This is safer than relying on a standalone `pip` executable that may resolve to a different Python installation.

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