How to Install Fabric on Windows 10

Fabric is a command-line tool used for streamlining the use of SSH for application deployment or systems administration tasks. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing Fabric on Windows 10.

Prerequisites

• Windows 10
• Python 2.x or 3.x

Step 1: Install Python

If you already have Python installed, you can skip this step.

1. Go to the Python Downloads page.
2. Download the latest version of Python 2.x or 3.x.
3. Run the installer and follow the installation wizard to install Python.

Step 2: Install Fabric

1. Open the command prompt by pressing the Win+R keys and type: cmd in the Run dialog box and hit Enter or search for cmd in the Start menu.
2. Type the following command to install Fabric:

pip install fabric

3. Press Enter to execute the command.
4. Wait for the installation to complete.

Step 3: Verify the Installation

1. Open the command prompt.
2. Type the following command to verify the installation:

fab --version

3. Press Enter to execute the command.
4. If the installation was successful, you should see the version number of Fabric displayed.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Fabric on Windows 10.

Conclusion

Fabric is a useful tool for streamlining SSH usage in application deployment or systems administration tasks. Installing Fabric on Windows 10 is straightforward and can be done in a few simple steps.

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