How can I access Oracle from Python?

Question

How can I access Oracle from Python? I have downloaded a cx_Oracle msi installer, but Python can\'t import the library.

I get the following error:

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Answer 1

In addition to the Oracle instant client, you may also need to install the Oracle ODAC components and put the path to them into your system path. cx_Oracle seems to need access to the oci.dll file that is installed with them.

Also check that you get the correct version (32bit or 64bit) of them that matches your: python, cx_Oracle, and instant client versions.