Suggestion: Update Supported Python Versions

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Introduction

The Python badge on the README currently shows versions 3.8, 3.9, and 3.10. However, the installation page in the documentation states that 3.11 and 3.12 are also supported. Furthermore, installing Pyrimidine in Python 3.8 falls back to using version 1.5.6, which does not run because dependencies are not installed. In this article, we will discuss the importance of updating the supported Python versions to ensure seamless installation and usage of Pyrimidine.

Current Issues with Python 3.8

As shown in the console output, installing Pyrimidine in Python 3.8 results in a fallback to version 1.5.6. This version does not run because the dependencies are not installed. The error message indicates that the required Python version is greater than or equal to 3.9. This is because the dependencies, such as matplotlib, require a higher version of Python.

Console Output for Installing on Python 3.8

# in a fresh Python 3.8 virtual environment using pyenv
$ python --version
Python 3.8.19

$ pip install pyrimidine
Collecting pyrimidine
  Using cached pyrimidine-1.7.1-py3-none-any.whl (4.8 MB)
  Using cached pyrimidine-1.7-py3-none-any.whl (4.8 MB)
  Using cached pyrimidine-1.6-py3-none-any.whl (4.8 MB)
  Using cached pyrimidine-1.5.6-py3-none-any.whl (4.8 MB)
Installing collected packages: pyrimidine
Successfully installed pyrimidine-1.5.6

$ python -c "import pyrimidine; print(pyrimidine.__version__)"
Traceback (most recent call last):
  File "<string>", line 1, in <module>
  File "/home/sander/.pyenv/versions/pyr8/lib/python3.8/site-packages/pyrimidine/__init__.py", line 4, in <module>
    from .base import *
  File "/home/sander/.pyenv/versions/pyr8/lib/python3.8/site-packages/pyrimidine/base.py", line 62, in <module>
    from toolz import concat
ModuleNotFoundError: No module named 'toolz'

$ pip install pyrimidine==1.7.1
Collecting pyrimidine==1.7.1
  Using cached pyrimidine-1.7.1-py3-none-any.whl (4.8 MB)
ERROR: Ignored the following versions that require a different python version: 3.10.0 Requires-Python >=3.10; 3.10.0rc1 Requires-Python >=3.10; 3.10.1 Requires-Python >=3.10; 3.8.0 Requires-Python >=3.9; 3.8.0rc1 Requires-Python >=3.9; 3.8.1 Requires-Python >=3.9; 3.8.2 Requires-Python >=3.9; 3.8.3 Requires-Python >=3.9; 3.8.4 Requires-Python >=3.9; 3.9.0 Requires-Python >=3.9; 3.9.0rc2 Requires-Python >=3.9; 3.9.1 Requires-Python >=3.9; 3.9.1.post1 Requires-Python >=3.9; 3.9.2 Requires-Python >=3.9; 3.9.3 Requires-Python >=3.9; 3.9.4 Requires-Python >=3.9
ERROR: Could not find a version that satisfies the requirement matplotlib<4.0.0,>=3.8.0 (from pyrimidine) (from versions: 0.86, 0.86.1, 0.86.2, 0.91.0, 0.91.1, 1.0.1, 1.1.0, 1.1.1, 1.2.0, 1.2.1, 1.3.0, 1.3.1, 1.4.0, 1.4.1rc1, 1.4.1, 1.4.2, 1.4.3, 2.0.0b1, 2.0.0b2, 2.0.0b3, 2.0.0b4, 2.0.0rc1, 2.0.0rc2, 2.0.0, 2.0.1, 2.0.2, 2.1.0rc1, 2.1.0, 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.2.0rc1, 2.2.0, 2.2.2, 2.2.3, 2.2.4, 2.2.5, 3.0.0rc2, 3.0.0, 3.0.1, 3.0.2, 3.0.3, 3.1.0rc1, 3.1.0rc2, 3.1.0, 3.1.1, 3.1.2, 3.1.3, 3.2.0rc1, 3.2.0rc3, 3.2.0, 3.2.1, 3.2.2, 3.3.0rc1, 3.3.0, 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.3.3, 3.3.4, 3.4.0rc1, 3.4.0rc2, 3.4.0rc3, 3.4.0, 3.4.1, 3.4.2, 3.4.3, 3.5.0b1, 3.5.0rc1, 3.5.0, 3.5.1, 3.5.2, 3.5.3, 3.6.0rc1, 3.6.0rc2, 3.6.0, 3.6.1, 3.6.2, 3.6.3, 3.7.0rc1, 3.7.0, 3.7.1, 3.7.2, 3.7.3, 3.7.4, 3.7.5)
ERROR: No matching distribution found for matplotlib<4.0.0,>=3.8.0

Updating Supported Python Versions

To resolve the issues with Python 3.8, we suggest updating the supported Python versions to 3.9, 3.10, 3.11, and 3.12 (or even the latest released 3.13). This will ensure that Pyrimidine can be installed and run seamlessly on these versions of Python.

Benefits of Updating Supported Python Versions

Updating the supported Python versions will provide several benefits, including:

  • Improved compatibility: By supporting the latest versions of Python, Pyrimidine will be more compatible with a wider range of systems and environments.
  • Enhanced stability: Updating the supported Python versions will help to ensure that Pyrimidine is stable and reliable, reducing the risk of errors and crashes.
  • Better performance: Supporting the latest versions of Python will enable Pyrimidine to take advantage of performance improvements and optimizations, leading to faster execution times and improved overall performance.

Conclusion

Q: Why is it necessary to update the supported Python versions?

A: Updating the supported Python versions is necessary to ensure that Pyrimidine can be installed and run seamlessly on the latest versions of Python. This will improve compatibility, enhance stability, and provide better performance.

Q: What are the benefits of supporting the latest versions of Python?

A: Supporting the latest versions of Python will provide several benefits, including:

  • Improved compatibility: By supporting the latest versions of Python, Pyrimidine will be more compatible with a wider range of systems and environments.
  • Enhanced stability: Updating the supported Python versions will help to ensure that Pyrimidine is stable and reliable, reducing the risk of errors and crashes.
  • Better performance: Supporting the latest versions of Python will enable Pyrimidine to take advantage of performance improvements and optimizations, leading to faster execution times and improved overall performance.

Q: How will updating the supported Python versions affect existing users?

A: Updating the supported Python versions will not affect existing users who are currently using Pyrimidine with supported versions of Python. However, users who are using older versions of Python may need to update their Python version to take advantage of the latest features and improvements.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum supported Python versions?

A: The minimum supported Python version is 3.9, and the maximum supported Python version is 3.12 (or even the latest released 3.13). This means that Pyrimidine will be compatible with Python versions 3.9, 3.10, 3.11, and 3.12 (or even the latest released 3.13).

Q: How can I check if my Python version is supported?

A: You can check if your Python version is supported by running the following command in your terminal or command prompt:

python --version

This will display the version of Python that you are currently using. If your version is 3.9 or later, it is supported.

Q: What if I am using an older version of Python that is not supported?

A: If you are using an older version of Python that is not supported, you will need to update your Python version to a supported version (3.9 or later) in order to use Pyrimidine.

Q: How can I update my Python version?

A: You can update your Python version by following these steps:

  1. Check the official Python website: Visit the official Python website to check if there are any updates available for your version of Python.
  2. Use a package manager: Use a package manager like pip or conda to update your Python version.
  3. Download and install the latest version: Download and install the latest version of Python from the official Python website.

Q: What if I encounter any issues during the update process?

A: If you encounter any issues during the update process, you can try the following:

  1. Check the official Python documentation: Visit the official Python documentation to see if there are any known issues or solutions.
  2. Search online for solutions: Search online for solutions to your specific issue.
  3. Contact the Pyrimidine support team: Contact the Pyrimidine support team for assistance.

Conclusion

In conclusion, updating the supported Python versions to 3.9, 3.10, 3.11, and 3.12 (or even the latest released 3.13) will help to ensure that Pyrimidine can be installed and run seamlessly on the latest versions of Python. By supporting the latest versions of Python, Pyrimidine will be more compatible, stable, and performant, providing a better experience for users.