qr-generator-Automator Package

A Streamlit-based Python package for generating and printing Petri dish QR labels for TSL Automator

Package Scope

This package provides:

• QR payload generation in the format YYYYMMDD_strain_media_condition_orientation
• Browser-based QR preview for up to 20 labels
• Single-label print and A4 sheet print (4 x 5)

Installation

Install from PyPI:

It is recommended to use a venv:

python3 -m venv qrenv
source qrenv/bin/activate
pip install --upgrade pip
pip install qr-generator-Automator

Command

After installation, run:

qr-generator

Alternative module entrypoint:

python -m qr_generator

Runtime Options

qr-generator --host 127.0.0.1 --port 8765 --no-browser

• --host: bind address
• --port: port number
• --no-browser: do not open browser automatically

How to Connect to Automator

Connect LAN cable of Automator in Growth room to your Laptop, open http://automator.local:8080/main and follow on screen instructions.

Printing Behavior

• Printing uses the browser print dialog
• Single print opens one QR label card
• Sheet print opens a 20-slot A4 grid

Proceed Behavior

• Proceed shows: "This local QR generator only creates and prints QR labels. Imaging must be started separately on the Automator system."
• Proceed to Imaging system also opens: http://automator.local:8080/main

License

MIT. See LICENSE.