How do you create an osx applicationdmg from a python package

creating a macos application and a dmg (disk image) from a python package can be a useful way to distribute your python software to macos users in a user-friendly manner. in this tutorial, i'll guide you through the process, including creating a python package, building a macos application bundle, and packaging it into a dmg file.
prerequisites:
step 1: create a python package
before you can create a macos application, you need to have a python package to work with. if you don't already have one, you can create a simple example package or use an existing one. here's a basic example:
step 2: create a macos application bundle
now, let's create a macos application bundle from your python package using pyinstaller. pyinstaller will bundle your python code and its dependencies into a standalone macos application.
install pyinstaller if you haven't already:
create the macos application:
this will create an executable file in the dist directory. rename it to match your application name, for example, myapp. you'll find it in the dist directory.
step 3: create a dmg file
to distribute your macos application, it's common to package it into a dmg file for easy installation. for this, we'll use dmgbuild. install it:
now, create the dmg:
step 4: finalize and distribute
users can double-click the dmg file, drag your application to the applications folder, and run it like any other macos application.
remember to adhere to macos guidelines and user expectations for application distribution, and consider code-signing your application for improved security and user trust.
that's it! you've created a macos application and packaged it into a dmg file for dist ...