Dependency on Deprecated pkg_resources in razorpay Python Client Library #300
Description
The razorpay Python client library (client.py, line 4) triggers a UserWarning due to its use of pkg_resources, which is deprecated in setuptools and slated for removal as early as November 30, 2025. The warning message is:
.venv/lib/python3.12/site-packages/razorpay/client.py:4: UserWarning: pkg_resources is deprecated as an API. See https://setuptools.pypa.io/en/latest/pkg_resources.html.
Steps to Reproduce:
Install razorpay 1.4.2 in a Python 3.12 environment.
Import the razorpay module or run a script using the client.
Observed the warning.
Expected Behavior:
The library should avoid using pkg_resources and adopt an alternative to ensure compatibility with future setuptools versions.
Current Behavior:
The library triggers the deprecation warning, which may lead to runtime errors after pkg_resources is removed.
Environment:
Python version: 3.12
Razorpay version: 1.4.2
Setuptools version: 80.9.0
OS: Ubuntu 22.04
Suggested Fix:
Update the library to replace pkg_resources usage with a modern alternative like importlib.metadata or other non-deprecated APIs. Reference: https://setuptools.pypa.io/en/latest/pkg_resources.html.
Additional Context:
This issue may affect users relying on newer setuptools versions. Pinning setuptools<81 is a temporary workaround, but a proper fix is needed before the removal deadline.
Please advise on plans to address this deprecation or if a fix is already in progress. Thank you!