Automatically import or install modules when they're needed in IPython
:inbox_tray: Automatically import a Python library in IPython when you forget to import it - AaronC81/ipython-auto-import
Automatically import or install modules when they're needed in IPython launched on July 24, 2016 with 19 votes, #1,530 of 3,671 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 10 years on.
In plain words
This tool automatically imports or installs Python modules in IPython when they're needed, eliminating manual import statements. It's designed for IPython users who want a more streamlined interactive computing experience. The tool detects when code references an unavailable module and handles the import or installation automatically, reducing friction during exploratory work and interactive sessions.
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