python_package_publishing.md

Python Package Publishing Process

1. Install Required Tools

Install the necessary tools for building and uploading packages:

pip install build
pip install twine

2. Build the Package

Build the OmniCloudMask package:

python -m build

3. Upload to Test PyPI

Upload the package to Test PyPI for testing purposes. You will need to enter your user token:

twine upload --repository testpypi dist/*

4. Test Installation

Install the package from Test PyPI in a new environment to ensure it works correctly:

pip install -i https://test.pypi.org/simple/ omnicloudmask --extra-index-url https://pypi.org/simple

5. Upload to PyPI

Once testing is complete and successful, upload the package to the main PyPI repository:

twine upload --repository pypi dist/*

Note: Ensure you have the necessary credentials and permissions for both Test PyPI and PyPI before attempting to upload.