---
id: numpy
version: "2.5.2"
license: BSD-3-Clause AND 0BSD AND MIT AND Zlib AND CC0-1.0
license_treatment: permissive
maintenance: active
---

# numpy — Fundamental package for array computing in Python

License: permissive · Maintenance: active · Popularity: top 100 on PyPI

## Install

pip install numpy
uv add numpy
poetry add numpy

## Description

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## AI interpretation — verify before relying

NumPy provides a powerful N-dimensional array object and sophisticated computational functions for scientific computing, including linear algebra, Fourier transforms, and random number generation.

Verdict: NumPy 2.5.2 is a production-stable, actively maintained foundation for scientific Python with zero known vulnerabilities, permissive licensing, and top-100 PyPI popularity. Medium install friction is offset by comprehensive pre-built wheels and strong maintenance signals.

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