Fixing Python Path Issues After Installation

It looks like you're experiencing path-related issues after switching Python versions. The system is still looking for older Python installations that no longer exist. Here's how to fix these problems:

Update System PATH

1. Check your current Python installation path:

   • Open Command Prompt and run:

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     where python

   • This will show where Python is currently installed

2. Update your system PATH:

   • Press Win + X and select "System"
   • Click on "Advanced system settings"
   • Click "Environment Variables"
   • Under "System variables", find and select "Path", then click "Edit"
   • Remove any entries pointing to old Python installations
   • Add the path to your new Python 3.13.2 installation (likely C:\Users\ZACKAMATA\AppData\Local\Programs\Python\Python313\ and C:\Users\ZACKAMATA\AppData\Local\Programs\Python\Python313\Scripts\)
   • Click "OK" to save changes

Fix Command References

For the python3 command issue:

1. Use python instead of python3:

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   (env) C:\Users\ZACKAMATA\Documents\Learn Python\Django\Code with Stein\Puddle\puddle>python manage.py runserver

2. Or create a python3 alias:

   • Create a batch file named python3.bat in a directory in your PATH with:

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     @echo off
     python %*

Update Virtual Environment

Since you're using a virtual environment:

1. Recreate your virtual environment:

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   # Navigate to your project directory
   cd "C:\Users\ZACKAMATA\Documents\Learn Python\Django\Code with Stein\Puddle"
   
   # Delete old environment
   rmdir /s /q env
   
   # Create new environment with Python 3.13.2
   python -m venv env
   
   # Activate the environment
   env\Scripts\activate
   
   # Reinstall dependencies
   pip install -r requirements.txt

After making these changes, restart your command prompt or IDE to ensure the new PATH settings take effect.