pypi release prep!

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Summary by CodeRabbit

• New Features

  • Introduced a new CI/CD stage for packaging and uploading Python distributions to PyPI.
  • Enhanced commands for flexible installation, environment setup, and server operation.

• Documentation

  • Revised guides with clear, step-by-step instructions for installation, virtual environment activation, and starting the server.

• Chores

  • Upgraded the automated release process for packaging and distributing the project.
  • Streamlined dependency management and broadened support for additional Python versions.