Technical requirements

Here are the technical requirements for this chapter.

Important note:

For the latest information regarding the technical requirements, please refer to the README file at: https://github.com/PacktPublishing/Hands-On-Genetic-Algorithms-with-Python-Second-Edition/blob/main/README.md

Python version

In this book, we will be using Python 3, version 3.11 or newer. Python can be downloaded from the Python Software Foundation at https://www.python.org/downloads/. Additional useful instructions can be found here: https://realpython.com/installing-python/.

Using a virtual environment

It is generally good practice to use a virtual environment when working on a Python-based project as it enables you to keep the dependencies of your project isolated from other Python projects, as well as the system’s existing settings and dependencies.

One common way to create a virtual environment is by using venv, as described here: https://docs.python.org/3...