Python venv Cheat Sheet/Show interpreter executable path

Print the executable path for the active interpreter.

Section: Inspect the environment

Show interpreter executable path

bash
bash
python -c "import sys; print(sys.executable)"
Explanation

A reliable way to verify exactly which Python binary is running.

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