A fork of the original python-twitter API by DeWitt Clinton.
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#1,189
MOST-STARRED Python
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars gained | +7 | +10 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
python-twitter gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 32. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 2 stars a year. It ranks #1,189 among Python repositories and #9,990 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
6
DAYS ON TRENDING
#4260
BEST RANK
Sep 25, 2026
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
python-twitter has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #4260. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
python-twitter is an open-source project written in Python: A fork of the original python-twitter API by DeWitt Clinton.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in Python. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.
⚡ Key Features
Optimized execution pipeline written in Python for predictable speed.
Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.
Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.
Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.
Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.
📥 Installation
$ pip install python-twitter
⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Python >= 3.9, pip, virtualenv
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
python-twitter coordinates its core functionality through a modular Python pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.
🎯 Production Use Cases
Production System Integration
Embed python-twitter into Python backend services to handle core application logic.
CI/CD Automated Pipelines
Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.
Developer Tooling & Workflows
Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.
Open Source Extension
Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open Apache-2.0 license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install python-twitter using your package manager: `pip install python-twitter`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for python-twitter.
Import python-twitter into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `python-twitter --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with Python, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
idan/python-twitter is currently ranked #9,990 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does python-twitter do? +
A fork of the original python-twitter API by DeWitt Clinton.
What language is python-twitter written in? +
The primary language is Python. Topics include: software.
Is python-twitter actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Mar 3, 2009 with 1 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does python-twitter have? +
python-twitter has 32 stars and 6 forks on GitHub.
How does python-twitter rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 32 stars, idan/python-twitter is ranked #9,990 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #1,189 among Python projects.
What license is python-twitter distributed under? +
The repository reports a Apache-2.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.