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Installing Python3 with Anaconda from Continuum Analytics

Anaconda is a free Python distribution that bundles a package manager and virtual environment platform. Installation is usually straightforward, so begin by following the instructions on the main Anaconda download page for your specific operating system.

I've installed Anaconda on my Mac, but it doesn't seem to be working!

Don't fret, we'll get you sorted out. The most common issue is that the new anaconda/bin directory isn't properly added to your system's PATH variable.

1 - Open a new terminal window and type

which conda

If a path is returned, you're actually in business, skip to step 5, otherwise move on to step 2.

2 - Display the contents of your .profile configuration file.

cat ~/.profile

If you don't have a .profile file in your home directory, create one.

touch ~/.profile

3 - Look for a line in .profile that says something like # added by Anaconda installer. If it isn't present, then your PATH isn't being properly updated when you launch a new shell session. Open .profile in your favorite text editor and add the following to the bottom:

# Anaconda location
export PATH="/path/to/anaconda/bin:$PATH"

Where the /path/to/ points to the exact location on your system that the anaconda directory resides. The most likely place to find this is in your home directory (/Users/your-user-name/anaconda).

If the export command is present, look at the path very carefully; is it pointing to the correct location? Are there any other export commands further down in .profile that may be overriding this one? If you're still stuck at this point, you may need to seek more personalized advice.

4 - Restart your terminal

5 - Let's make sure everything is up to date:

conda update --all

If you're still having issues, let me know and we can try to get you up and running. I'll post more solutions if other common problems turn up.