How to Install Python 3.6 on a Mac

If you're using a Mac, installing Python 3.6 can be a bit tricky. However, with the right steps, you can get it up and running in no time. In this article, we'll walk you through the process of installing Python 3.6 on your Mac.

Step 1: Install Homebrew

The first step is to install Homebrew, which is a package manager for macOS. You can download it from the official website and follow the installation instructions.

Step 2: Install Python 3.6 via Homebrew

Once you have Homebrew installed, you can use it to install Python 3.6. Simply run the following command in your terminal:

`brew install python@3.6`

This will download and install Python 3.6 on your Mac.

Step 3: Create a Symbolic Link

However, this installation won't create symbolic links to all the Python 3.6 binaries. To fix this, you'll need to run the following commands:

`ln -s /usr/local/Cellar/python@3.6/3.6.5_1/Frameworks/Python.framework/Versions/3.6/bin/python3.6-config /usr/local/opt/python/bin/python3.6-config`

`ln -s /usr/local/Cellar/python@3.6/3.6.5_1/Frameworks/Python.framework/Versions/3.6/bin/python3.6 /usr/local/opt/python/bin/python3.6`

`ln -s /usr/local/Cellar/python@3.6/3.6.5_1/Frameworks/Python.framework/Versions/3.6/bin/pydoc3.6 /usr/local/opt/python/bin/pydoc3.6`

`ln -s /usr/local/Cellar/python@3.6/3.6.5_1/Frameworks/Python.framework/Versions/3.6/bin/idle3.6 /usr/local/opt/python/bin/idle3.6`

These commands will create the symbolic links to all the Python 3.6 binaries.

Step 4: Install pyenv

Next, you'll need to install pyenv, which is a package manager for Python. You can download it from the official website and follow the installation instructions.

Step 5: Configure pyenv

Once you have pyenv installed, you'll need to configure it to use Python 3.6. To do this, simply run the following command:

`eval '$(pyenv init -)'`

This will add pyenv to your shell configuration file.

Using Python 3.6 with pyenv

Now that you have pyenv configured, you can use it to switch between different versions of Python. For example, if you want to use Python 3.6 for a specific project, you can simply run the following command:

`pyenv local 3.6.5`

This will set your local Python version to 3.6.5.

Installing Python 3.6 on a Mac can be a bit tricky, but with these steps, you should be able to get it up and running in no time. Remember to use pyenv to switch between different versions of Python, and you'll be well on your way to becoming a Python pro.

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