.env.python.local

from dotenv import load_dotenv import os

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Some IDEs like VS Code cache these values, so if you update your .env.local file, you might need to restart your terminal or debugger for changes to take effect. Settings Review: Python Envs ext - GitHub Pro-Tips for Implementation from dotenv import load_dotenv import os This file is for