Importing and Using Python Libraries in Infor OS ION Script

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In Infor OS, ION, Script, what's the simplest way to import a Python library and use it in a script?

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ION Scripting uses Python for custom scripts, and it supports importing external libraries using the Python Wheels format. Here's a basic guide:

1. Choose a Compatible Library: Ensure the library is available as a Python Wheel file and compatible with the supported Python versions and tags in ION Scripting. You can find details on supported tags in the Infor documentation: Supported libraries - Infor Documentation Central
2. Upload the Library: Upload the Wheel file to a location accessible by your ION Script. This might involve uploading it to a specific directory within your Infor OS environment or using a repository manager.
3. Import in Your Script: Once the library is available, you can import it in your script using the standard Python import statement. For example, to import the pandas library:

import pandas as pd 

4. Use the Library: After importing, you can utilize the library's functions and classes in your script. For instance, you can use pandas to manipulate data:

import pandas as pd

# Sample data
data = {'Name': ['Alice', 'Bob', 'Charlie'], 
        'Age': [25, 30, 28]}

# Create a pandas DataFrame
df = pd.DataFrame(data)

# Print the DataFrame
print(df)

Code Output

      Name  Age
0    Alice   25
1      Bob   30
2  Charlie   28