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cx_Freeze vs Cython

A side-by-side look at cx_Freeze and Cython. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

cx_Freeze

cx_Freeze

Development

cx_Freeze is a Python utility to compile Python code into standalone executable files for distribution. It works by analyzing the Python scripts, finding all imports, and putting them along with the Python interpreter into a folder structure that can be compressed into a single executable file.

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Cython

Cython

Development

Cython is a programming language that aims to be a superset of the Python language, while also being compilable to C/C++ code. It allows Python code to be compiled for speed and efficiency while retaining compatibility and interoperability with Python code.

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