Overview

S7cli

The s7cli is a command-line tool allowing to automate operations on SIMATIC Siemens Step7 PLC projects. It was created to allow automate operations like project creation, source code and library importation, project build (compilations) and testing automation.

The initial version was created in 2013 for specific project's purposes, which, after proven useful, was later used in many other cases. Details of these experiences are described in related publications:

• Improved Software Production for the LHC Tunnel Cryogenics Control System
• An innovative approach for the design of cryogenic electrical and process control systems at CERN: the cryogenic Continuous Integration project
• Automated control software production for cryogenics