uv-python-versions
Installation
SKILL.md
UV Python Version Management
Quick reference for installing and managing Python interpreter versions with UV.
When to Use This Skill
| Use this skill when... | Use a focused sibling instead when... |
|---|---|
Installing a specific CPython or PyPy interpreter with uv python install |
Adding a Python library to a project — use uv-project-management |
Pinning a project to a Python version via .python-version or requires-python |
Installing a global Python CLI tool — use uv-tool-management |
| Switching between multiple installed interpreters for testing | Running a script with auto-managed Python — use uv-run |
When This Skill Applies
- Installing specific Python versions
- Switching between multiple Python versions
- Pinning Python versions for projects
- Managing CPython and PyPy interpreters
- Finding and listing installed Python versions