Checkout Utility

Inspiration

At my schools computer repair center, when a computer is finished being repair, we must go verify that the computer is ready to be returned by using a checklist. I thought it would be much easier to do this with an automated script.

What it does

The Checkout Utility goes through the checklist. This includes checking that CD's are removed, updates and antivirus installed, java and flash are working, the operating system is activated, etc.

How I built it

I used the checkout list as a basis, and from there wrote short tasks that would complete each of the required checkboxes. Then all I did was string them together in one script.

Challenges I ran into

It was difficult to make the utility compatible with all the different versions of Windows (from XP up to 10). I had to through in a lot of exceptions (especially for XP).

Accomplishments that I'm proud of

Just knowing that I created a full product that is being used practically every day.

What I learned

Windows XP is very difficult to handle (especially when you don't have an XP environment to test in), and I can understand why Microsoft has stopped supporting it.

What's next for Checkout Utility

GUI, Summary/Report at the End

Built With

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