This function is used in Python Scripting.

Description

Returns the name of the project that is currently being run. When run from the Gateway scope from a resource that originates from a singular project (reports, SFCs, etc.), will return that resources project.

When called from a scope that does not have an associated project (a Tag Event Script), the function will return the name of the Gateway scripting project. If a Gateway scripting project has not been configured, then returns an empty string. 

Client Permission Restrictions

This scripting function has no Client Permission restrictions.

Syntax

system.util.getProjectName()

  • Parameters

Nothing

  • Returns

String - The name of the currently running project.

  • Scope

Gateway, Vision Client, Perspective Session

Code Examples
Code Snippet
# This code displays the name of the currently running project.
system.gui.messageBox("You are running project: %s" % system.util.getProjectName())
Keywords

system util getProjectName, util.getProjectName