Installation

This guide covers installing dbx-python-cli on your system.

Prerequisites

Before installing dbx-python-cli, you’ll need:

• Python 3.11 or higher

• pipx - Install Python applications in isolated environments

Installing pipx

If you don’t have pipx installed, install it first:

macOS:

brew install pipx
pipx ensurepath

Linux:

pip install pipx
pipx ensurepath

Windows:

pip install pipx
pipx ensurepath

For more installation options, see the pipx documentation.

Installing dbx-python-cli

Via pipx (Recommended)

The recommended way to install dbx-python-cli is using pipx install:

# Install directly from GitHub
pipx install git+https://github.com/aclark4life/dbx-python-cli.git

This will:

• Install dbx-python-cli in an isolated environment

• Make the dbx command available globally in your terminal

• Keep the tool separate from your project dependencies

Verify Installation

After installation, verify that the dbx command is available:

dbx --help

You should see the help message with available commands.

Updating

To update dbx-python-cli to the latest version:

pipx upgrade dbx-python-cli

Or to reinstall a specific version:

pipx install --force git+https://github.com/aclark4life/dbx-python-cli.git@<version>

Uninstalling

To uninstall dbx-python-cli:

pipx uninstall dbx-python-cli

Next Steps

After installation, proceed to the Quick Start guide to set up your first project.