How to Install Python 3.7 on Ubuntu 18.04

Installing Python 3.7 on Ubuntu with Apt

Installing Python 3.7 on Ubuntu with apt is a relatively straightforward process and will only take a few minutes:

1. Start by updating the packages list and installing the prerequisites:

   sudo apt updatesudo apt install software-properties-common

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2. Next, add the deadsnakes PPA to your sources list:

   sudo add-apt-repository ppa:deadsnakes/ppa

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   When prompted press Enter to continue:

   Press [ENTER] to continue or Ctrl-c to cancel adding it.

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3. Once the repository is enabled, install Python 3.7 with:

   sudo apt install python3.7

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4. At this point, Python 3.7 is installed on your Ubuntu system and ready to be used. You can verify it by typing:

   python3.7 --version

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   Python 3.7.3