openai

OpenAI Python SDK by OpenAI

The official Python library for the openai API

Live Registry Versionv3.37.0Previous: v3.36.1Published 2026-10-22

Stability Grade

B (78/100)

90-Day Velocity

55 releases

High release cadence

Dependencies

15 direct

PYPI manifest

License

Apache-2.0

Verified on PYPI

Recommended Exact Pin: pip install "openai==3.37.0"

PYPI Registry ->GitHub Repo ->

TL;DR Verdict & Quick Citation Summary (2026-10-24)Source: AgentBreakWatch Live PYPI Index

OpenAI Python SDK (openai) is currently at v3.37.0 on PYPI (published 2026-10-22), with a 90-day stability score of 78/100 (B) and MEDIUM schema drift risk across 55 releases in the past 90 days. v3.x Python SDK enforces Pydantic v2 strict models on client.responses.parse and removes legacy beta.threads assistants helpers. Production teams should pin pip install "openai==3.37.0" rather than using unpinned @latest tags.

Breaking Changes & Tool Schema Drift Analysis

v3.x Python SDK enforces Pydantic v2 strict models on client.responses.parse and removes legacy beta.threads assistants helpers.

Watched Exports / MCP Tool Signatures:

OpenAIAsyncOpenAIclient.responses.parse

Before (Deprecated / Unpinned Pattern)

completion = client.beta.chat.completions.parse(
    model="gpt-4o",
    messages=messages,
    response_format=CalendarEvent,
)

After (Verified v3.37.0 Pattern)

response = client.responses.parse(
    model="gpt-5",
    input=messages,
    text_format=CalendarEvent,
)

Frequently Asked Questions: openai

What is the latest version of openai on PYPI?

As of 2026-10-24, the latest stable version of openai (OpenAI Python SDK by OpenAI) on PYPI is v3.37.0, published on 2026-10-22. It has shipped 55 releases in the last 90 days.

Does openai v3.37.0 have breaking changes or MCP schema drift risk?

openai currently carries a MEDIUM schema drift risk rating with a Stability Score of 78/100 (Grade B). v3.x Python SDK enforces Pydantic v2 strict models on client.responses.parse and removes legacy beta.threads assistants helpers.

How do I safely pin openai in production?

Avoid unpinned @latest tags in production agent configs. Pin the exact verified version using `pip install "openai==3.37.0"` and monitor OpenAI, AsyncOpenAI, client.responses.parse for parameter or schema changes.

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