PyInstaller

What is PyInstaller?

PyInstaller is a versatile program that simplifies the process of packaging Python applications into stand-alone executables, enabling seamless deployment across a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, Mac OS X, FreeBSD, Solaris, and AIX. The tool bundles the Python application and all its dependencies into a single, self-contained package, eliminating the need for users to have a separate Python installation. PyInstaller's key advantages include its compatibility with Python versions 2.7 and 3.3 through 3.5, its ability to create smaller executables through transparent compression, and its multi-platform support, allowing the generated binaries to be executed on various operating systems without any additional configuration. The program's primary goal is to provide out-of-the-box compatibility with third-party Python packages, ensuring that external libraries, such as PyQt, Django, or Matplotlib, work seamlessly without requiring complex manual modifications or workarounds. This makes PyInstaller an invaluable tool for developers who need to distribute their Python applications to users who may not have a Python environment set up on their systems

Highlights

• Supports a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, Mac OS X, FreeBSD, Solaris, and AIX
• Bundles Python applications and all dependencies into a single, self-contained executable
• Compatible with Python versions 2.7 and 3.3 through 3.5
• Creates smaller executables through transparent compression
• Provides out-of-the-box compatibility with third-party Python packages, eliminating the need for manual configuration or workarounds