Installation of NumPy

NumPy is a powerful Python library for numerical computing. To use NumPy, you need to install it first. The easiest way to install NumPy is via pip, which is the package manager for Python.

Installing NumPy with pip

To install NumPy, open your terminal or command prompt and run the following command:

            pip install numpy
        

This will download and install the latest version of NumPy available.

Verifying the Installation

After installation, you can verify if NumPy is installed correctly by running the following command in a Python script or interactive shell:

            import numpy as np
            print(np.__version__)
        

Output:

            1.21.2  # (Version number may vary based on the installed version)
        

Alternative Installation Methods

For Anaconda users, NumPy can be installed using conda:

            conda install numpy
        

For Jupyter Notebook users, you can install NumPy using the following command within a notebook cell:

            !pip install numpy
        

Conclusion

Installing NumPy is a simple process using pip or conda. Once installed, you can begin using its powerful features for numerical computations.