How to Package a Uvicorn App with PyInstaller and Resolve the "uvicorn.run" Error
Have you ever encountered the dreaded "uvicorn.run not found" error when trying to package your Uvicorn application with PyInstaller? This issue commonly arises when your application relies on a model, such as a machine learning model, that PyInstaller cannot find during packaging. This article will guide you through the process of resolving this error and creating a self-contained executable for your Uvicorn app.
Understanding the "uvicorn.run not found" Error
When using PyInstaller to package your Uvicorn application, the error "uvicorn.run not found" signifies that PyInstaller is unable to locate the uvicorn.run
function within your packaged executable. This typically occurs because PyInstaller doesn't correctly understand the dependency structure of your application, specifically when it comes to your model files.
The Cause: Missing Model Dependency
The most likely reason for this error is that your Uvicorn application uses a model (such as a machine learning model) that is not included in the PyInstaller bundle. PyInstaller, by default, doesn't recognize these external files as dependencies and fails to package them.
Troubleshooting Steps
Here's a step-by-step guide to address this error:
-
Identify the Model File:
- Determine the exact path and filename of your model file. For instance, it could be
model.pkl
,model.h5
, ormy_model.json
, depending on your chosen framework.
- Determine the exact path and filename of your model file. For instance, it could be
-
Ensure the Model is Accessible:
- Verify that the model file is located within the same directory as your main Uvicorn application file.
- If the model is in a separate directory, you'll need to make adjustments within your code to locate it properly.
-
Modify Your
setup.py
File:- Use the
hiddenimports
option in yoursetup.py
file to specify your model file as a dependency. - This instructs PyInstaller to include the model file in the packaged executable.
- Use the
-
Package with PyInstaller:
- Run the PyInstaller command, incorporating the
hiddenimports
parameter:
pyinstaller --hidden-import=path/to/model.pkl your_uvicorn_app.py
- Replace
path/to/model.pkl
with the actual path to your model file andyour_uvicorn_app.py
with the name of your Uvicorn application file.
- Run the PyInstaller command, incorporating the
Example: Using a Pre-trained Machine Learning Model
Let's consider a scenario where you're using a pre-trained machine learning model, my_model.h5
, for predictions within your Uvicorn application:
1. Project Structure:
my_uvicorn_app/
├── app.py
├── my_model.h5
└── requirements.txt
2. setup.py
File:
from setuptools import setup, find_packages
setup(
name='my_uvicorn_app',
version='1.0.0',
packages=find_packages(),
install_requires=[
'uvicorn',
# Other dependencies...
],
hiddenimports=[
'my_uvicorn_app.my_model.h5' # Include the model as a hidden import
],
entry_points={
'console_scripts': [
'run = my_uvicorn_app.app:main'
]
}
)
3. app.py
(Uvicorn Application File):
from fastapi import FastAPI
from fastapi.responses import JSONResponse
app = FastAPI()
@app.get("/")
async def root():
# Load the model
from tensorflow.keras.models import load_model
model = load_model("my_model.h5")
# Perform prediction using the model
# ...
return JSONResponse(
{
"message": "Prediction result from my_model.h5"
}
)
if __name__ == "__main__":
import uvicorn
uvicorn.run(app, host="0.0.0.0", port=8000)
4. Packaging with PyInstaller:
pyinstaller --hidden-import=my_uvicorn_app.my_model.h5 my_uvicorn_app/app.py
5. Running the Packaged Application:
After successful packaging, you'll find an executable within the dist
folder. Run this executable to launch your Uvicorn application.
Important Considerations:
- Relative Paths: Always use relative paths in your code when referring to the model file. This ensures that the packaged executable can locate the model correctly, regardless of its location.
- Dependency Management: Ensure that all dependencies, including libraries used by your model, are listed in your
requirements.txt
file. - Additional Dependencies: If your model relies on additional Python modules, add them to the
hiddenimports
list.
Conclusion:
By carefully specifying your model file as a hiddenimport
and correctly managing dependencies, you can resolve the "uvicorn.run not found" error and package your Uvicorn application with PyInstaller for seamless distribution. This allows you to share your application with others without requiring them to install additional dependencies or manage complex project structures.