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+> **⚠️ This client is deprecated ⚠️**
+>
+> As of Enterprise Search version 7.10.0, we are directing users to the new [Enterprise Search Python Client](https://github.com/elastic/enterprise-search-python) and
+> deprecating this client.
+>
+> This client will be compatible with all Enterprise Search 7.x releases, but will not be compatible with 8.x releases. Our development effort on this project will
+> be limited to bug fixes. All future enhancements will be focused on the Enterprise Search Python Client.
+>
+> Thank you! - Elastic
+
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 > A first-party Python client for [Elastic Workplace Search](https://www.elastic.co/workplace-search).