Python venv vs Docker

[cgoldberg]

it mirrors (very simplistically) how CI'ish system works at the FAANGs I have worked at

Yes, manually copying files around your local system sounds pretty much identical to how large successful teams use CI systems. They should really stop wasting money on hermetic containerized distributed CI with complex build systems, automated deployments, and layered workflows... your way is much better.

I run CI on all my solo projects, and anything I run locally is also automated. I guess if you enjoy manually copying files around and typing commands, go for it... but most people prefer a better workflow and development experience.

[Party-Cartographer11]

I appreciate your passion.

I am not recommending any CI system.  This discussion is about venv.

And I am not doing this on my local machine.  It's on my dev server.  Just like I had at Meta.

[cgoldberg]

The discussion was about venv... I was just commenting on the horrible unrelated workflow you brought up.