pyobjc-framework-corelocation provides Python wrappers for Apple's CoreLocation framework on macOS. It is part of the PyObjC project, a bidirectional bridge enabling Python scripts to interact with Objective-C libraries, including macOS Cocoa frameworks. This framework offers interfaces for obtaining a machine's physical location, allowing for geo-aware applications. The current version is 12.1 and it maintains an active release cadence, typically aligning with macOS SDK updates and Python version support.
pip install pyobjc-framework-corelocationVerified import paths — ran on the pinned version, not inferred.
This quickstart demonstrates how to perform forward geocoding using `CLGeocoder` from the `CoreLocation` framework. It shows the typical PyObjC pattern of initializing Objective-C objects, setting up a Python delegate to handle asynchronous callbacks, and running a `NSRunLoop` to process events until the operation completes. Note that CoreLocation APIs require network access for geocoding and user permission prompts on macOS.
Upgrade your Python environment to Python 3.10 or later for PyObjC 12.x. Always check `requires_python` on PyPI or the PyObjC changelog for specific version requirements.
Review code that interacts with object initialization, especially custom subclasses or factory methods, to ensure correct reference handling. Explicit memory management is rarely needed in Python, but understanding the underlying Objective-C semantics is crucial for correct behavior.
Only use `pyobjc-framework-corelocation` in macOS environments. Attempting to install or run on Windows/Linux will result in errors.
Always check for `None` before calling methods on PyObjC-wrapped objects that might originate from Objective-C `nil` values. E.g., `if my_obj is not None: my_obj.doSomething_()`.
Ensure your macOS application bundle is properly signed. Handle user permission requests gracefully in your application logic. Location services may not function as expected in scripts run directly without a proper application context.
For console applications or background threads, ensure you start and periodically run `NSRunLoop.currentRunLoop().runMode_beforeDate_()` to allow CoreLocation to deliver updates to your delegate.