Automatically Build Sequence

[DHorizon]

I'm working with several scripters on a project and we have a lot of sequences to write.  We're working on defining a standard for our test procedures to make inputting them as easy as possible.  I spent a bit of time playing with the property import/export function today, and wanted to see about the feasibility of generating a sequence from a csv, xml, excel, etc file.

Is there any way to build the sequence from an external file?  We primarily interface with LabVIEW VIs (and specify the parameters) and compare to expected values.  We have some loops and timing elements, but not many.

I'd prefer to use TestStand 3.5 as it is the version in use by most of our scripters, but would be willing to update if needed.  Just want to see if this is possible before working out a new format.

-DH

[RayFarmer · Accepted solution]

Hi,

Have you looked at the example that comes with TestStand. Its a simple example that creates a sequence from a text file.

regards

Ray Farmer

[DHorizon]

Ray,

Awesome, that's exactly what I needed...not sure how I missed that one.  I think I can use that in combination with the Import/Export to do exactly what we need.  Thanks!

-DH

[Ski]

Sorry for being a pin-head here,  I have TestStand 4.2.1 and am looking for the example you are referring to.  I would like to be able to do the same thing.  Can you point me to the file or example or sample you are referring to?

Thanks in advance

Richard

[asbo]

I'm not sure if it's the SequenceFileTranslators or SequenceBuilderTool that they're talking about, but either looks like it'll fit the bill.

For me, both of those folders are in <TestStand Examples> (C:\Users\Public\Documents\National Instruments\TestStand 4.2\Examples\ on Win7).

C:\Users\Public\Documents\National Instruments\TestStand 4.2\Examples\SequenceFileTranslatorsC:\Users\Public\Documents\National Instruments\TestStand 4.2\Examples\SequenceFileTranslators