System File Type – pyc

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System File Type

pyc

Application
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Overview

A compiled Python bytecode cache file.

Characteristics

Version-specific binary bytecode generated from Python source and normally stored under __pycache__ for faster imports.

Common Uses

Reducing module startup and import compilation work; it is regenerated when source or interpreter compatibility changes.

Compatible Programs

  • Python
  • PyCharm
  • Visual Studio Code
  • uncompyle6

Sources

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