Stop Fighting Python's Relative Imports: Meet `run-main` for Smoother Module Execution & Debugging

Ever found yourself wrestling with ImportError: attempted relative import with no known parent package when trying to run a Python module directly? You're not alone! This is a common frustration for Python developers, especially when working with larger projects structured into packages. But what if there was a simple way to bypass this headache and run your modules smoothly, with relative imports working just as you'd expect? Enter run-main!

May 9, 2025 - 22:51
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Stop Fighting Python's Relative Imports: Meet `run-main` for Smoother Module Execution & Debugging

Ever found yourself wrestling with ImportError: attempted relative import with no known parent package when trying to run a Python module directly? You're not alone! This is a common frustration for Python developers, especially when working with larger projects structured into packages.

But what if there was a simple way to bypass this headache and run your modules smoothly, with relative imports working just as you'd expect?

Enter run-main!