Uninstall Python 2.7 Thoroughly on Mac OS X 10.6.4

Uninstalling Python 2.7 on Mac OS X 10.6.4 requires a comprehensive removal of all its components to prevent future errors. Here's a step-by-step guide to ensure a clean uninstallation:

Identifying the Target Python Installation

Note that this guide does not affect Apple-supplied system Python instances located in /System/Library and /usr/bin, as removing them could compromise the operating system's integrity.

Instead, target the third-party Python 2.7 installer package sourced from python.org.

Step-by-Step Uninstall Process

1. Remove Framework:

sudo rm -rf /Library/Frameworks/Python.framework/Versions/2.7

2. Remove Applications Directory:

sudo rm -rf "/Applications/Python 2.7"

3. Remove Symbolic Links in /usr/local/bin:

ls -l /usr/local/bin | grep '../Library/Frameworks/Python.framework/Versions/2.7'

Remove the links with:

cd /usr/local/bin/
ls -l /usr/local/bin | grep '../Library/Frameworks/Python.framework/Versions/2.7' | awk '{print $9}' | tr -d @ | xargs rm

4. Update Shell Profile:
If necessary, modify the following shell profile files to remove "/Library/Frameworks/Python.framework/Versions/2.7" from the PATH environment variable:

• ~/.bash_login
• ~/.bash_profile
• ~/.cshrc
• ~/.profile
• ~/.tcshrc
• ~/.zshrc
• ~/.zprofile