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Compose IDE for HyperWorks Python

User: "manoj kandukuri"
Altair Employee
Updated by manoj kandukuri

Starting with HyperWorks 2025.1, users can create, edit, and debug HW python scripts using the Altair Compose IDE.

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How to ?

From within the HyperWorks > Developer ribbon, you have a debugger Icon that launches Compose in 2 modes:

  • with no file loaded, where one can start to write scripts and execute them from scratch.

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  • From the main tool, click the file browser icon to select a Python file to debug, which is automatically loaded into the Compose instance when launched.
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What it offers?

  • Intelligent Code Authoring:
    • Auto complete and argument hinting for example-HW Python API’s auto_complete_gif.gif
    • Syntax highlighting for clear, readable code
    • Smart indentation and collapsible code sections for organized scripts
    • Bookmarking and line numbers for easy navigation and reference image1.png
  • Integrated Debugging Tools:
  • Variable Inspection
  • Advanced Navigation:
    • Use the Call Stack and Breakpoints windows to trace execution paths and manage all breakpoints in your session.
    • Instantly jump to any breakpoint or step over code to analyze logic flow.

Why?

To Boost Productivity for Automation and Customization

  • Debug Python scripts in a unified environment, reducing errors and accelerating development cycles.
  • Modern, user-friendly interface with syntax highlighting, code folding, and interactive code inspection for efficient troubleshooting.
  • Quickly find and fix errors—experience fast, intuitive debugging with Altair Compose!

Interactive Debugging!!

Happy Coding, Happier Debugging!