Today, JKI is pleased to announce VI Package Manager (VIPM) 2011. This new release introduces the new LabVIEW Tools Network browser, which makes it possible to find, install, and purchase LabVIEW add-ons from the Tools Network in just a few clicks... without ever leaving VIPM and LabVIEW.
The LabVIEW Tools Network browser is included in every edition of VIPM, even the free Community Edition.
Why VIPM?
Installing toolkits and reusable code in LabVIEW using Windows installers or ZIP files is complicated and error-prone, especially if you use multiple LabVIEW versions or work on lots of projects. VI Package Manager and its VI Package file format take that pain away.
VIPM safely installs packages under multiple versions of LabVIEW, and ensures that packages that depend on each other are always installed correctly. It makes it easy and safe to install and uninstall packages at any time, so you can configure your development tools correctly for any project.
It also automates all the installation, uninstallation, and management of VI packages, eliminating the potential for error that can occur when installing things manually.
VI Packages and More
You can use VIPM 2011's LabVIEW Tools Network browser to find any Tools Network add-on. If an add-on a VI Package, VIPM installs it directly into LabVIEW with no hassle – but if it's not, VIPM directs you to the add-on's manual download page so you can install it yourself.
Integration with LabVIEW 2011
When you launch LabVIEW 2011, be sure to look for the new Find LabVIEW Add-ons... shortcut in the Getting Started window. This shortcut launches VIPM and opens the new LabVIEW Tools Network view.
Do You Have an Add-on for the Tools Network?
If you're a LabVIEW add-on developer, the LabVIEW Tools Network is a free and easy way to distribute your LabVIEW add-on to thousands of LabVIEW users. If you are interested in listing a product on on the Tools Network, visit NI's LabVIEW Tools Network site and click Contribute an Add-On to the Tools Network or just click this link to get started.
Start Using VIPM 2011 Today!
If you're not yet a VIPM user, download it and get started! VIPM Community Edition is free and allows you to install all the great LabVIEW add-ons from the LabVIEW Tools Network and the LabVIEW community. You can also build your own LabVIEW add-ons to share with coworkers and friends!
If you already use VIPM, just launch it and VIPM will prompt you to download the update. If it doesn't, select Help >> Check for VI Package Manager Update from the menu bar.
Note: All VIPM upgrades are free for VIPM Professional and VIPM Enterprise users with a current license subscription. If your subscription has expired, you may want to renew it before upgrading. Upgrading an expired VIPM Professional or Enterprise installation will cause it to revert to Community Edition, which may not be what you want.
