.env.python.local

Your CI/CD pipeline (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins) should never rely on .env.python.local. Instead, use the built-in secrets manager of your CI platform. The .env.python.local file is for human developers, not robots.

By following these practices and understanding the roles of .env, Python configuration files, and .local settings, you can better manage your project's configuration and environment variables.

Managing Local Environment Variables with .env.python.local .env.python.local

As a developer, you often work on multiple projects with different dependencies and environment settings. Managing these settings can become cumbersome, especially when working with sensitive information like API keys or database credentials. This is where .env.python.local comes into play.

What is .env.python.local?

.env.python.local is a file used to store local environment variables for a Python project. It's a convention to use this file to override or add environment variables specific to your local machine. This file is usually not committed to version control, ensuring sensitive information remains secure.

Why use .env.python.local?

Here are some benefits of using .env.python.local:

How to use .env.python.local

Here's a step-by-step guide:

This file is for local overrides. If your laptop is stolen or someone gains access to your local file system, they should only find development keys, not AWS root credentials or production database passwords. Your CI/CD pipeline (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins)