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python-docx

python-docx is a Python library for creating and updating Microsoft Word (.docx) files. It allows developers to programmatically generate documents with text, tables, images, and formatting without requiring Microsoft Word to be installed. The library provides a high-level API that abstracts the underlying XML structure of .docx files, making it easy to manipulate document content.

Also known as: python-docx, python docx, docx, python-docx library, python-docx module
🧊Why learn python-docx?

Developers should use python-docx when they need to automate the creation of Word documents in applications such as report generation, invoice creation, or document templating. It is particularly useful in business environments where standardized documents must be produced from data sources like databases or APIs, saving time and reducing manual errors.

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Learning Resources

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python-docx Documentation
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Real Python Tutorial on python-docx
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Python Docx Tutorial on YouTube by Corey Schafer
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Automate the Boring Stuff with Python - Chapter 13
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