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title: "Core Modules"
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# Core Modules

> Build any kind of HMI (human machine interface) or SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) system using Ignition's powerful offering of HMI/SCADA modules.

## What Are Core Modules?
Core Modules are commonly used modules included in a typical installation. Most systems have at least one of these modules installed. Each core module encapsulates a core SCADA or HMI principle such as data-logging or process visualization. These modules are the foundation upon which great projects are built.

### [SQL Bridge](sql-bridge-module.md)
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Bridge the gap between OPC data and SQL databases and get a highly efficient SQL-based Tag historian and transaction manager. Easily log data, call stored procedures, and synchronize data bi-directionally.

### [Perspective](perspective-module/perspective-module.md)
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Create beautiful, mobile-responsive industrial applications that run natively on any device type such as smartphones, tablets, touchscreens, laptops, and desktop computers. It automatically adapts to fit screens of any size and orientation.

### [Vision](vision-module.md)
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Use this module to launch an unlimited number of powerful Ignition Vision clients anywhere on the network. Display charts, graphs, trends, HMI screens, and more.

### [Tag Historian](tag-historian-module.md)
![](Tag_Historian.png)

Turn a SQL database into a high-performance time-series tag historian.

### [Reporting](reporting-module.md)
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Create dynamic, database-driven PDF reports with ease.

### [OPC-UA](opc-ua-module/opc-ua-module.md)
![](opc-ua-module/opc-ua.png)

Connect to most major PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) with the Ignition OPC-UA Module. This module serves as a totally cross-platform OPC-UA server with an open, plugable driver system.

### [Alarm Notification](alarm-notification-module.md)
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Configure the logic for how, why and when alarm notifications are delivered, manage alarm notification for groups of users, and send notifications via email.

### [SMS Notification](SMS-notification-module.md)
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Add text alerts with the SMS Notification Module for even more options.

### [Sequential Function Charts](SFC-module.md)
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Streamline the creation, organization, and visualization of robust logic systems.

### [Web Dev](webdev-module/webdev-module.md)
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Create web-pages that are hosted on Ignition's web server.

### [Enterprise Administration](enterprise-administration-module.md)
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The EAM provides a secure and intuitive way to manage many Ignition installations from one location.