Python Dynamic Module
.py files contain Python source code written by developers. Importing a .py file builds a .pyc file with bytecode to make importing faster later. .pyo files were for .pyc files created with optimizati...
General Information
| Title | PYD File Extension |
| Extension | .pyd |
| Full Form | Python Dynamic Module |
| File Type | Dynamic Link Library |
| Developer | Python Software Foundation |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Python extension |
| Additional Functions | Native code execution |
| Features | Performance boost, C interface |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High performance |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Indirectly |
Use Cases
| Python extensions | Yes |
| Performance critical | Yes |
| System utilities | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code execution |
| Best Practices | Signature verification, Auditing |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 1990s |
| Latest Python Version | Python 3.10 (2021) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dll, .so, .py, .pyx |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Python Interpreter |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Microsoft Visual Studio |
Free, Paid versions | Windows, Mac |
 Cython |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |