pyhaystack 0.9

Python Haystack Utility

What is this ?

Pyhaystack is a module that allow python programs to connect to a haystack server [project-haystack.org](http://www.project-haystack.org).

Which clients are implemented ?

Actually, connection can be established with :

• NiagaraAX by Tridium

• Widesky by VRT

• Skyspark by SkyFoundry

Connection to Niagara AX requires the nHaystack module by J2 Innovations

How do I install pyhaystack ?

pip install pyhaystack

What is project-haystack ?

As stated in the web site

“Project Haystack is an open source initiative to streamline working with data from the Internet of Things. We standardize semantic data models and web services with the goal of making it easier to unlock value from the vast quantity of data being generated by the smart devices that permeate our homes, buildings, factories, and cities. Applications include automation, control, energy, HVAC, lighting, and other environmental systems.”

—Project-Haystack

New implementation

We’ve been reworking everything from the early version. Now, pyhaystack is more robust and will be ready for asynchronous development.