Dl

Download and zip folders from Hugging Face dataset URL

What is Dl ?

Dl is a command-line interface (CLI) tool designed for dataset creation. It simplifies the process of downloading and zipping folders directly from Hugging Face dataset URLs, making it easier to work with datasets efficiently.

Features

โ€ข Streamlined Dataset Downloading: Directly download datasets from Hugging Face URLs without manual navigation.
โ€ข Folder Zipping: Automatically zip downloaded folders for convenient storage and sharing.
โ€ข Version Control Support: Easily access specific versions of datasets.
โ€ข Integration with Hugging Face Ecosystem: Compatible with Hugging Face datasets and libraries.
โ€ข Command-Line Interface: Simple and efficient CLI for quick operations.

How to use Dl ?

  1. Install the Required Library: Use pip to install the Hugging Face dataset library.
    pip install datasets
    
  2. Import the Dataset Library: In your Python script, import the datasets library.
    from datasets import load_dataset
    
  3. Search for Datasets: Use the Hugging Face dataset hub to find the dataset you need.
  4. Download and Zip Folders: Use the Dl tool to download and zip the desired folders directly from the dataset URL.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary purpose of Dl?
Dl is designed to simplify the process of downloading and zipping folders from Hugging Face dataset URLs, making dataset creation and management more efficient.

Can I use Dl with other dataset hosting platforms?
No, Dl is specifically built for Hugging Face datasets. It integrates seamlessly with the Hugging Face ecosystem.

How do I unzip the downloaded folders?
Once the folders are zipped, you can use standard unzip tools like unzip in the command line or built-in operating system tools to extract the contents.