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2Guides on backward compatibility & deprecated practice
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5``Setuptools`` has undergone tremendous changes since its first debut. As its
6development continues to roll forward, many of the practice and mechanisms it
7had established are now considered deprecated. But they still remain relevant
8as a plethora of libraries continue to depend on them. Many people also find
9it necessary to equip themselves with the knowledge to better support backward
10compatibility. This guide aims to provide the essential information for such
11objectives.
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13.. toctree::
14    :maxdepth: 1
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16    python_eggs
17    easy_install
18    distutils/index
19    distutils-legacy
20    functionalities
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