Ensuring Secure Management of Secrets with Python-dotenv: Seeking Guidance and Best Practices

[sacredabhishek]

Discussed in https://github.com/orgs/vivifyhealthcare/discussions/58

^{Originally posted by sacredabhishek February 20, 2024}
I'm exploring the use of Python-dotenv for managing environment variables and secrets in my Python projects.
While it seems straightforward to implement, I want to ensure that I'm following best practices for keeping sensitive information secure.
Could someone please provide a detailed explanation or guide on how to effectively utilize Python-dotenv to manage secrets safely?

• Any tips,
• recommendations, or
• examples

on securely handling sensitive data within a Python environment would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!