Instrument Automation with Python and PyVISA

This is my first GitHub repository, created mainly for learning and sharing. I hope it can help someone that is just starting, like me :)!

This project give us a very basic insight on Instrument Automation with PyVisa, and its use in the industry.

📂 Project Structure

instrument_automation/
│
├── test_list_resources.py     # Lists all connected instruments
├── test_current_set.py        # Sets current limit and resets the instrument
├── test_ramp_slew.py          # Performs a fast voltage ramp (e.g., 9V → 5V)
│
├── README_EN.md               # This file
└── LICENSE                    # MIT License

⚙️ Requirements

• Python 3.8 or higher
• PyVISA library
• Installed VISA driver (NI-VISA or Keysight IO Libraries Suite)

Installation

pip install pyvisa

▶️ How to Run

python test_list_resources.py
python test_current_set.py
python test_ramp_slew.py

📘 License

This project is distributed under the MIT License — see the LICENSE file for details.