Chapter 13. Using Python with ArcGIS Pro

In this chapter, we will cover the following topics:

  • Using the new Python window in ArcGIS Pro
  • Coding differences between ArcGIS for Desktop and ArcGIS Pro
  • Installing Python for standalone ArcGIS Pro scripts
  • Converting ArcGIS for Desktop Python code to ArcGIS Pro

Introduction

In this chapter, we will briefly cover several concepts related to using Python in ArcGIS Pro. There are many similarities between using Python in ArcGIS for Desktop and ArcGIS Pro, so what you've learned up to this point will almost certainly translate to the new ArcGIS Pro environment. However, there are some differences in ArcGIS for Desktop and ArcGIS Pro, also there is a new Python Window that you can use.

There are some differences ...

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