Getting 'pip install error: externally-managed-environment' – How to Fix This Issue?

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Hey! That pip install error: externally-managed-environment is a new-ish thing to prevent users from breaking their system Python.

I’d recommend using `pyenv` to manage different Python versions and environments. It’s a bit more setup, but it’s super flexible and avoids these errors entirely.

If you’re in a hurry, the `--break-system-packages` flag works, but it’s not ideal for long-term use. Virtual environments are still the best practice.

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