Python Virtual Environment - Dodgy Files?

Question

I'm new to Python and a little paranoid since malware scares a few weeks ago.

I created a project and configured a python interpreter by making a new virtual environment, which worked fine. The virtual environment shows in the file directory on the left of a Pycharm window in red, which I assume is because I haven't activated it. I now want to know, are the files in the venv Directory normal (there are many .exe files I can't find a reference to online)?

Many thanks for the help in advance!

I tried googling what files I should find in a venv but didn't find anything too useful. I would be grateful for reassurance/help.

Answer 1

if you install all python futures in these ways are safe :

1. PIP3 install Python from the command prompt

2. Install Vscode and after that from extensions

3. Install a complete anaconda package from that site to be free from all libraries in the future.

and as I saw your Sc,

all those files are necessary to run python and virtual environments.

But there is a point: Don't try to make several virtual environments, because in the future you will be confused between them, and also your python version will be set on each environment differently!

notice: if you are a beginner, try to work on VS CODE. because it is very helpful and easy.