Installation help

[Salua99cs]

Need clearer instructions on installation.

"Clone repository" - what and how?
"and then run" - where?

Where do I put the clone? Am I supposed to have python to run it? Or does command run or powershell work?

Why aren't details included?

[timrae]

It's generally assumed that users of open-source Python projects have a foundational understanding of certain tools and concepts. This includes:

• Basic Python knowledge: How to install Python, run Python scripts, and manage environments.

• Git: A version control system used for cloning repositories, managing code, and contributing to projects.

• GitHub: The platform itself, including how to navigate repositories and understand basic workflows.
  Many online resources, tutorials, and documentation exist that cover these fundamentals in detail. Taking a bit of time to familiarize yourself with these areas will not only make it easier to install and use this script but also empower you to work with countless other open-source projects. This independent research is a crucial part of engaging with the open-source community and helps maintainers focus their efforts on improving the project itself.
  To answer your specific questions:

• "Clone repository" - what and how?

  • "Cloning a repository" means downloading a copy of the project's code from GitHub to your local machine.

  • You'll need Git installed on your computer. Once Git is installed, you can use the git clone command in your terminal or command prompt. For this project, you would typically run:
    git clone https://github.com/YOUR_USERNAME/YOUR_REPOSITORY_NAME.git

    (Replace YOUR_USERNAME and YOUR_REPOSITORY_NAME with the actual details of this project's repository, which you can find on the project's GitHub page.)

• "and then run" - where?

  • After cloning, you'll have a new directory on your computer containing the project's files. You'll navigate into this directory using your terminal.
  • To "run" the script, you'll execute the main Python file using the Python interpreter. For example, if the main script is named main.py, you would typically run:
    cd YOUR_REPOSITORY_NAME
    python main.py

• Where do I put the clone?

  • You can clone the repository to any directory on your computer where you want to store your projects. Just make sure you know the path to it!

• Am I supposed to have python to run it? Or does command run or powershell work?

  • Yes, as this is a Python script, you absolutely need Python installed on your system to run it.
  • command run (referring to cmd.exe on Windows) or Powershell are the environments (terminals) where you will type and execute the git clone and python commands.
    I encourage you to explore some beginner-friendly tutorials on Python, Git, and GitHub. This will equip you with the essential skills to confidently use and contribute to open-source projects in the future. Thanks for your understanding!

[Salua99cs]

Sorry I forgot to reply :(

Thank you so much for adding the detailed information!