Python package external dependencies

Question

I\'m writing a python script which uses an external library (paramiko). If I\'m to release the package how do I package paramiko also? Is there anyway I can give it as we can gi

Answer 1

If I'm to release the package how do I package paramiko also?

You don't. Instead you declare the dependencies:

1. Install Distribute (already included with ActivePython)
2. Add install_requires to your setup.py (eg: see Fabric's setup.py)