I'm preparing a Python project to be launched on mybinder.org and need to understand the best practices. What are the recommended configuration files for specifying Python dependencies, and where should I place them in my repository? How can I handle large data files efficiently without making my project's environment too big, and what should I know about using private or sensitive data with mybinder.org?
Navigate to 'https://mybinder.readthedocs.io/en/latest/index.html'. Click on the 'Reference' link. Click on the 'Configuration Files' link. Identify the common configuration files for Python dependencies (e.g., `requirements.txt`, `environment.yml`) and their recommended placement. Locate information regarding `postBuild` scripts or other methods for handling large data files to avoid large Docker images. Navigate back to the 'About mybinder.org' section. Click on the 'Security and privacy' link. Find information regarding the suitability of mybinder.org for private or sensitive data. Synthesize all gathered information to answer the task.
The agent successfully identifies `requirements.txt` and `environment.yml` as common configuration files for Python dependencies. The agent states that these configuration files should be placed in the root of the repository or in a `.binder` folder. The agent explains that large data files should generally not be committed directly to the repository and suggests using a `postBuild` script to download them, or using external data services. The agent states that mybinder.org is not suitable for private or sensitive data due to its public nature and lack of persistent storage.