KDB-X Python

Documentation for installing KDB-X Python and using q data types, queries, Python conversions, and IPC.

KDB-X Python is the official Python interface to KDB-X. Python code can create and query q objects, call q functions in the embedded runtime, and connect to separate q processes over IPC.

Migration from PyKX

KDB-X Python (pykx>=4.0) is the evolution of PyKX (pykx<4.0). If you are upgrading, read the migration guide to understand what changed and how to update your code and configuration.

Start here

New users should complete the Get Started steps in order. Otherwise, choose the relevant topic area.

Get Started

• About
• Install
• Quickstart

Learn

• Fundamentals
• Objects and Attributes
• KX Academy Course

How-to Guides

• Configure KDB-X Python
• Interact with Data
• Create Databases

Reference

• API Reference
• Data Types and Conversions
• pandas API

Integrations

• NumPy
• Streamlit
• Python Charting Libraries

Examples

• Subscribe to a q Process
• Compress and Encrypt
• KDB-X Python as a Server

Stay informed and get help

• Request a feature in the KX Community Ideas Forum.
• Review the latest KDB-X Python Release Notes.
• Ask for help in the KX Community Slack.