DebianLinuxTutorials

How To Install Python 3.7 on Debian 9 Stretch

Install Python 3.7 on Debian 9 Stretch

In this tutorial, we will show you how to install Python 3.7 on Debian 9 Stretch. For those of you who didn’t know, Python is an open-source and beginner-friendly programming language. Python 3.7 is the latest major release of the Python language, and it includes many new features such as postponed evaluation of type annotations, support for data classes and context variables, customization of access to module attributes, and more.

This article assumes you have at least basic knowledge of Linux, know how to use the shell, and most importantly, you host your site on your own VPS. The installation is quite simple and assumes you are running in the root account, if not you may need to add ‘sudo‘ to the commands to get root privileges. I will show you the step-by-step installation of Python 3 on a Debian 9 (Stretch) server.

Prerequisites

  • A server running one of the following operating systems: Debian 9 (Stretch).
  • It’s recommended that you use a fresh OS install to prevent any potential issues.
  • SSH access to the server (or just open Terminal if you’re on a desktop).
  • A non-root sudo user or access to the root user. We recommend acting as a non-root sudo user, however, as you can harm your system if you’re not careful when acting as the root.

Install Python 3.7 on Debian 9 Stretch

Step 1. Before we install any software, it’s important to make sure your system is up to date by running the following apt-get commands in the terminal:

sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get upgrade

Step 2. Installing Python 3.7 on Debian 9.

Now we download Python using the following command from the python official site:

cd /usr/src
wget https://www.python.org/ftp/python/3.7.2/Python-3.7.2.tgz
sudo tar xzf Python-3.7.2.tgz

Next, compile Python source code on your system:

cd Python-3.7.2
sudo ./configure --enable-optimizations
sudo make altinstall

Once the process is complete, check the version of Python 3:

python3.7 -V

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Python. Thanks for using this tutorial for installing Python 3 on your Debian 9 system. For additional help or useful information, we recommend you check the official Python website.

VPS Manage Service Offer
If you don’t have time to do all of this stuff, or if this is not your area of expertise, we offer a service to do “VPS Manage Service Offer”, starting from $10 (Paypal payment). Please contact us to get the best deal!

r00t

r00t is a seasoned Linux system administrator with a wealth of experience in the field. Known for his contributions to idroot.us, r00t has authored numerous tutorials and guides, helping users navigate the complexities of Linux systems. His expertise spans across various Linux distributions, including Ubuntu, CentOS, and Debian. r00t's work is characterized by his ability to simplify complex concepts, making Linux more accessible to users of all skill levels. His dedication to the Linux community and his commitment to sharing knowledge makes him a respected figure in the field.
Back to top button