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Batch Processor Tool for Spectral File Automation
The Batch Processor Tool by Operant LLC streamlines the automation of repetitive tasks in data processing, particularly for spectral files. It allows users to easily execute a set of pre-defined operations on a batch of files without intricate coding. Users can chain together multiple processing steps into sequences using a simple editor, enhancing workflow efficiency. These sequences, composed of individual nodes or stages, enable complex data manipulations and analyses. Results from these analyses can be automatically displayed and exported in various formats. The tool also offers built-in capabilities for file format conversion by selecting the desired file type. The naming convention for output files integrates the original file name with a timestamp, ensuring organized and traceable results. Additionally, the tool supports execution from Python scripts, allowing for greater integration into existing workflows. This makes it an invaluable resource for automating data processing tasks in environments where efficiency and repeatability are critical.
The Batch Processor Tool is used to identify a group of spectral files, perform a pre-defined set of operations upon the selected data, and save the modified data to a specified directory. The Tool is used to automate any repetitive tasks that may arise in the course of data processing. Batch processing is a simple way to program repetitive tasks without having to write any code. A simple editor is used to chain together processing steps into a 'sequence'. The result of any Analyses in the sequence are displayed in the 'Results' tab. Also, analysis results can be automatically exported in several file formats. The files are named automatically based on the name of the spectra file that is being analyzed along with a timestamp. For instance, if the file being analyzed is 'polystyrene.spc' and the Analysis Report File Type is '.pdf', the report file will be named 'polystyrene_2022_09_30_1141_19.pdf', where the fields are year, month, day, hour and second. Note that this tool can also do file format conversion by setting the 'File Type'.
A simple editor is used to chain together processing steps into a 'sequence'. Individual components of the sequence are called 'nodes' or 'stages'. Clicking the 'Create' or 'Edit' buttons will summon this dialog box.