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Requirements

Before installing milcapy, ensure you have Python 3.10 or higher installed on your system.
milcapy requires Python ≥ 3.10 to run properly.

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Installing milcapy

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Install via pip

The easiest way to install milcapy is using pip:
pip install milcapy
This will automatically install milcapy and all required dependencies.
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Verify installation

After installation, verify that milcapy is installed correctly by importing it in Python:
from milcapy import SystemModel
print("milcapy installed successfully!")
If the import succeeds without errors, you’re ready to start using milcapy.

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Dependencies

milcapy automatically installs the following required dependencies:
  • numpy - For numerical computations and matrix operations
  • matplotlib - For visualization and plotting capabilities
You don’t need to install these dependencies manually - they will be installed automatically when you install milcapy.

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Upgrading milcapy

To upgrade to the latest version of milcapy: 
pip install --upgrade milcapy

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Installation Issues

If you encounter any issues during installation:
Make sure you’re using Python 3.10 or higher. You can check your Python version with:
python --version

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Common Solutions

  1. Upgrade pip: Ensure you have the latest version of pip: 
    pip install --upgrade pip
  2. Use virtual environment: It’s recommended to use a virtual environment to avoid dependency conflicts: 
    python -m venv myenv
source myenv/bin/activate  # On Windows: myenv\Scripts\activate
pip install milcapy
  3. Check permissions: If you encounter permission errors, try installing with the --user flag: 
    pip install --user milcapy

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Next Steps

Now that you have milcapy installed, you’re ready to create your first structural analysis model!

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