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micropython for Mac

Python implementation for microcontrollers and constrained systems

Quick answer: micropython is a command-line tool for macOS. Install it with brew install micropython. It is distributed under the MIT licence. It has 1,247 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.

What micropython is

micropython is a command-line tool for macOS: python implementation for microcontrollers and constrained systems.

It is distributed as a Homebrew formula, which builds or pours a binary and puts it on your PATH. It is distributed under the MIT licence.

How to install micropython

  1. Open Terminal (press ⌘ + Space and type “Terminal”).
  2. If Homebrew is not installed yet, run the installer below once.
  3. Run brew install micropython.

Homebrew installer, if you need it:

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install micropython on Mac?

Run brew install micropython in Terminal. This requires Homebrew; if you do not have it, install it first with the command below.

Is micropython open source?

Yes — Homebrew distributes it under the MIT licence.

Does micropython run on Apple silicon?

Homebrew publishes this formula for macOS. If upstream does not ship an Apple silicon build, Rosetta 2 handles the Intel binary.

How popular is micropython?

It was installed 1,247 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #907 in this catalogue.

What version of micropython is current?

The latest packaged version is 1.29.0.