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Python environment setup

Create isolated Python environments for repeatable quant research.

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Updated May 30, 2026

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Purpose

Avoid dependency drift and improve reproducibility.

Requirements

Python installed
Shell access

Notes

Use a project-specific virtual environment and pin packages when examples become operational.

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