How do I import files in Python? I want to import: a file (e.g. file.py) a folder a file dynamically at runtime, based on user input one specific part of a file (e.g. a single function)

Mar 2, 2010 · In Python, what exactly does import * import? Does it import __init__.py found in the containing folder? For example, is it necessary to declare from project.model import __init__, …

Feb 25, 2012 · I'm wondering if there's any difference between the code fragment from urllib import request and the fragment import urllib.request or if they are interchangeable. If they are …

Although Python's interpreter is optimized to not import the same module multiple times, repeatedly executing an import statement can seriously affect performance in some …

When importing a file, Python only searches the directory that the entry-point script is running from and sys.path which includes locations such as the package installation directory (it's …

The only argument is that Python supports "import *" - if the consensus is that it is bad, then the feature should be removed, perhaps in Python 4 when people are expecting pain, anyway.

Oct 28, 2014 · I've tried to find a comprehensive guide on whether it is best to use import module or from module import. I've just started with Python and I'm trying to start off with best …

36 Unfortunately, Python will only find your file if your file is in the systems path. But fear not! There is a way around this! Using python's sys module, we can add a directory to the path …

Apr 3, 2009 · 4) Import by prepending mainfolder to every import In this example, the mainfolder would be ptdraft. This has the advantage that you will not run into name collisions with other …

A better fix than setting PYTHONPATH is to use python -m module.path This will correctly set sys.path[0] and is a more reliable way to execute modules. I have a quick writeup about this …