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How to Install Anaconda Alongside an Existing pyenv Installation on OSX

In the world of data science, managing Python environments can be a challenging task. Two popular tools that help in this regard are pyenv and Anaconda. While pyenv is a versatile tool for managing multiple Python versions, Anaconda is a powerful platform for data science and machine learning in Python and R. This blog post will guide you through the process of installing Anaconda alongside an existing pyenv installation on OSX.
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How to Install Anaconda Alongside an Existing pyenv Installation on OSX

In the world of data science, managing Python environments can be a challenging task. Two popular tools that help in this regard are pyenv and Anaconda. While pyenv is a versatile tool for managing multiple Python versions, Anaconda is a powerful platform for data science and machine learning in Python and R. This blog post will guide you through the process of installing Anaconda alongside an existing pyenv installation on OSX.

Prerequisites

Before we start, ensure that you have pyenv installed on your OSX machine. If not, you can follow the official pyenv installation guide.

Step 1: Download Anaconda

First, navigate to the Anaconda distribution page and download the Anaconda installer for Python 3.7 (or any version you prefer). Remember to choose the installer compatible with OSX.

cd ~/Downloads
wget https://repo.anaconda.com/archive/Anaconda3-2020.02-MacOSX-x86_64.sh

Step 2: Install Anaconda

Next, we’ll install Anaconda in a directory that pyenv manages. This way, we can use pyenv to switch between Anaconda and other Python versions.

pyenv install anaconda3-2020.02

This command will install Anaconda into ~/.pyenv/versions/anaconda3-2020.02.

Step 3: Set Anaconda as the Default Python Version

Now, we’ll set Anaconda as the default Python version for our system. This will allow us to use Anaconda’s Python interpreter and package manager (conda) by default.

pyenv global anaconda3-2020.02

Step 4: Verify the Installation

To verify that Anaconda is installed correctly, you can use the which command. This command should return the path to Anaconda’s Python interpreter.

which python
/Users/yourusername/.pyenv/versions/anaconda3-2020.02/bin/python

Step 5: Update Anaconda

Finally, it’s a good practice to update Anaconda to the latest version. You can do this using the conda command.

conda update conda

Conclusion

Congratulations! You’ve successfully installed Anaconda alongside an existing pyenv installation on OSX. Now, you can easily switch between different Python versions and manage your data science projects more efficiently.

Remember, pyenv and Anaconda are powerful tools that can make your life as a data scientist much easier. So, take some time to explore their features and learn how to use them effectively.

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Learn how to install Anaconda alongside an existing pyenv installation on OSX. This guide is perfect for data scientists looking to manage multiple Python versions efficiently.

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