Software Installation Automation

• Project Introduction The Software Installation Automation project is a Python-based desktop application designed to streamline the process of installing software packages across multiple computers in IT and CS labs. With a user-friendly interface and seamless communication via WebSockets, this tool enables administrators to install necessary software packages remotely, ensuring that all lab machines are updated and configured consistently. Target Audience

This project is specifically directed towards:

• System Administrators: Manage and automate the software installation process across multiple lab computers.
• Educational Institutions: Ensure that lab computers are uniformly set up with the required software packages for various semesters.
• IT Professionals: Simplify the deployment of software packages in environments where manual installation is impractical.

Key Features

• Lab-Specific Software Deployment: Choose between IT Lab and CS Lab, each containing predefined groups of IP addresses for the machines in those labs.
• Semester-Based Software Packages: Select from Semester 1 to 6, with predefined software packages (VS Code, Python, MySQL).
• Remote Installation: Send installation commands via WebSocket to all machines in the selected lab, ensuring that the required software is installed without the need for physical presence.
• Acknowledgment Check: Includes a mandatory acknowledgment checkbox to prevent accidental installations.
• Update Functionality: Placeholder for future updates to the software deployment process.

-How to Run

Prerequisites

Python 3.x: Ensure that Python is installed on your system.

Required Libraries: Install the necessary Python libraries by running:
pip install -r requirements.txt

Running the Application

Clone the Repository:
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/software-installation-automation.git

cd software-installation-automation

Run the Application:

Launch the application by executing the following command:
    python LAB_Control.py

    The application window will open, maximized by default, with a clean and intuitive user interface.

Using the Application:

1. Select Lab: Choose either "IT Lab" or "CS Lab" from the dropdown list.
2. Software Package: Select the appropriate semester (1 to 6) from the dropdown menu.
3. Acknowledge: Check the acknowledgment box to confirm the software installation.
4. Install: Click the "Install" button to initiate the software installation process.
5. Update: Use the "Update" button to refresh the software installation configuration (feature to be implemented).

Scope

This project aims to provide a robust solution for automating software installations across lab environments. The current scope includes:

• Basic WebSocket communication: The application sends installation commands to lab machines over a WebSocket connection.
• Predefined Software Packages: The application includes predefined software packages for educational semesters.
• User Interface: A user-friendly and techy interface designed to be intuitive for administrators.

Future Enhancements:

• Dynamic Software Selection: Allow administrators to dynamically choose software packages to install.
• Detailed Logs: Implement logging to track installation status and errors.
• Update Feature: Fully develop the update functionality to allow updating software packages remotely.