Using Python Functions

From version 7.2, you can execute Python code or methods from a file.

For details on each of the functions, see Python Library Objects.

To test the Python functions:

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Download the sample project here.

2.

Ensure that Python is installed on your system

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Copy the files to C:\TEMP,

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Update the project to use the correct Python path. In Business Entities > Instances, edit the Module Path in Python Parameters for Code - Modulepath to include your user in the path. For example, C:\Users\lynnkolber\AppData\Local\Programs\Python\Python38-32. This folder may be hidden in Windows.

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The example includes a callout that you can use to test the functions.

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For example, you can execute Python code in a .py file.

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Run the project. A Quick callout appears.

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Click Quick to open the callout.

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Open Monitor.

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In Business Entities, in the Properties tab, you can view the values of the various properties used.

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Test the functions. For example, click Python code - Addition using .py file.