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Packaging arcgis python library into an executable

ArcDevelopment — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 22:51:05 GMT

Has anyone managed to bundle the arcgis(v2.2.0) python library into an executable? I've found that this code runs fine as separate python files but once bundled with pyinstaller into a .app file ends up in a crash on the first use of the library

https://pypi.org/project/arcgis/

Error:

`ModuleNotFoundError: No module named 'arcgis.gis._impl._portalpy'`

Re: Packaging arcgis python library into an executable

DanPatterson — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 23:06:13 GMT

It isn't designed to be included in an executable. It is designed to run in a python environment

Re: Packaging arcgis python library into an executable

DavidSolari — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 23:21:55 GMT

If pyscripter doesn't pick up on an import (pretty common with complex libraries like arcgis) you'll have to tweak the hidden imports for your build. Start with something high up in the import path (e.g. "arcgis.gis") and then get more specific until it works.

Re: Packaging arcgis python library into an executable

EarlMedina — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 01:05:10 GMT

There's probably a lot in the API you just don't need that will add a lot size and introduce a few problems. I would consider the pieces you actually a need and maybe write something custom (if it's going to get repeated use) or else see how far you can get with the --no-deps option when installing.

Re: Packaging arcgis python library into an executable

ArcDevelopment — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 18:35:33 GMT

Had some luck with just importing the offending 'arcgis._impl' import into my app but yes if we had more time something more tailored would likely be the best approach