Step-by-Step Guide: Setting Up Conda Environment on Ubuntu for Optimal Performance

Here are the step-by-step instructions on how to configure a Conda environment on Ubuntu:

1. Install Conda:
   • First, update and upgrade your Ubuntu system by opening a terminal and running the following commands:sudo apt update sudo apt upgrade
     
   • Next, download the Miniconda installer script from the Conda website using the following command:
     
     wget https://repo.anaconda.com/miniconda/Miniconda3-latest-Linux-x86_64.sh
     
   • Run the installer script with the following command:bash Miniconda3-latest-Linux-x86_64.sh
     
   • Follow the prompts to agree to the license, choose the installation location, and add Conda to your system’s PATH.
     
2. Create a New Conda Environment:
   • Open a new terminal or restart the current one to activate Conda.
   • Create a new Conda environment with a desired name, for example:
     
     conda create --name myenv
   • Activate the newly created environment:conda activate myenv
     
3. Install Packages in the Environment:
   • To install packages in the environment, use the conda install command followed by the package name. For example, to install numpy, run:
     
     conda install numpy
     
4. Managing Dependencies:
   • Conda allows easy management of packages and their dependencies. You can define explicit versions or let Conda resolve the dependencies automatically. For example, to install a specific version of a package, specify it when installing:
     
     conda install numpy=1.19.2
5. Deactivate and Remove the Environment:
   
   • To deactivate the environment and return to the base environment, run:conda deactivate
   • If you want to permanently remove the environment, use the following command:
     
     conda env remove --name myenv

By following these steps, you can configure and manage Conda environments on Ubuntu effectively. Enjoy a streamlined development experience with Conda’s package management capabilities and environment isolation.