buildoutcfg

buildoutcfg refers to configuration files used by the Python build system tool called Buildout. Buildout is a tool that helps automate the process of downloading, installing, and configuring Python applications. The buildoutcfg file, typically named `buildout.cfg`, contains instructions for Buildout to manage dependencies, set up environments, and perform other build-related tasks.

These files are written in an INI-style format and are divided into sections. Common sections include `[buildout]` which specifies global settings like the Python version to use and where to install packages. The `[sources]` section can be used to define where to download source code for packages. Other sections are often used for configuring specific parts of an application, such as database settings or web server configurations.

Buildout uses the information in the buildoutcfg file to create a self-contained and reproducible development or deployment environment. This means that by running Buildout with a specific `buildout.cfg`, a developer can ensure that all necessary dependencies are installed correctly and that the application is configured as intended, regardless of the underlying system. This helps to avoid "it works on my machine" problems and simplifies deployment.