A Tale of Python C Extensions and Cross-Platform Wheels

Explore the world of Python C extensions and cross-platform wheels in this 25-minute EuroPython 2021 conference talk. Dive into the fundamentals of CPython and the Python C-API, learning how to extend Python's functionality using these powerful tools. Discover the process of writing Python C extensions with pybind11, and gain insights into packaging these extensions for easy installation across major operating systems. Learn how to build cross-platform wheels for Linux, macOS, and Windows, and understand the process of automatically pushing them to PyPI. Gain valuable knowledge about the inner workings of Python and how to create more efficient and widely accessible Python packages.

Vinayak Mehta - A Tale Of Python C Extensions And Cross-Platform Wheels