six
PyPIv1.17.0Python 2 and 3 compatibility utilities
Adopt with care
six is usable, with caveats. Last published 644 days ago.
- ?Adoption: grade ?, Not reported by this registry.
No download data reported for this package yet.
- CMaintenance: grade C, Fair — worth a look.
Last published 644 days ago.
- AWeight: grade A, Excellent.
Zero runtime dependencies, about 11 KB installed.
- BSupply chain: grade B, Good.
This package has a single maintainer (bus factor of 1).
- ALicense: grade A, Excellent.
MIT — permissive, with no copyleft found in the dependency tree.
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What you actually take on by adding six to a project.
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Longest resolved dependency chain below this package.
Compatibility
- Python
- python !=3.0.*,!=3.1.*,!=3.2.*,>=2.7
Used by
Popular packages that depend on six.
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Relationship graph
Dependencies (left) and dependents (right) of six.
Frequently installed together
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Module for decorators, wrappers and monkey patching.
HTTP/2-based RPC framework
Release history
1 release in the last two years, typically about 86 days apart.
| Version | Published | Size | License |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.17.0latest | 1 year ago | 11 KB | MIT |
| 1.16.0 | 5 years ago | 11 KB | MIT |
| 1.15.0 | 6 years ago | 11 KB | MIT |
| 1.14.0 | 6 years ago | 11 KB | MIT |
| 1.13.0 | 6 years ago | 10 KB | MIT |
| 1.12.0 | 7 years ago | 10 KB | MIT |
| 1.11.0 | 9 years ago | 10 KB | MIT |
| 1.10.0 | 11 years ago | 10 KB | MIT |
| 1.9.0 | 11 years ago | 10.0 KB | MIT |
| 1.8.0 | 12 years ago | 9.5 KB | MIT |
| 1.7.3 | 12 years ago | 9.3 KB | MIT |
| 1.7.2 | 12 years ago | 9.4 KB | MIT |
| 1.7.1 | 12 years ago | 9.4 KB | MIT |
| 1.7.0 | 12 years ago | 9.1 KB | MIT |
| 1.6.1 | 12 years ago | 8.4 KB | MIT |
Overview
six is an PyPI package that python 2 and 3 compatibility utilities. It has 4 known dependents in the graph. The latest version is 1.17.0, released under the MIT license.
Who should use it
Teams working in the PyPI ecosystem who need python 2 and 3 compatibility utilities and value a focused solution.
When not to use it
Consider an alternative if you need to or if a more actively-maintained option better fits your PyPI stack.
Pros
- Clear open-source license (MIT).
- Zero runtime dependencies — minimal footprint.
Cons
- No significant drawbacks detected from available metadata.
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Maintainers
Frequently asked questions
Should I use six?
six is usable, with caveats. Last published 644 days ago.
How do I install six?
Run `pip install six` to add six to your PyPI project.
What license is six released under?
six is distributed under the MIT license.
How popular is six?
PyPI does not publish download counts. Within PackageGraph's crawl, 4 known packages depend on six.
Is six still maintained?
The most recent release of six (v1.17.0) was published 1 year ago.