Creating Apps & Python

VIKTOR updates

![SDK v13](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_SDK_v13_0636b26c32.gif)


## Easily upload files inside the editor

You can now make it easier for users to upload and manage files in your application by adding a `FileField` to the parametrization.

From now on, users can use the file manager in the editor to upload all files, which can then be selected in the FileField. This means that there is no longer the need to create separate file entities below an entity to enable file uploading. 

Visit the documentation for [more info](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/guides/topics/files#upload-using-filefield).

![File transfer modal](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_File_Field_cdcc9b9df6.png)
*File transfer modal*




## Store data and files in your app

The new `Storage` feature lets you permanently store files and data, and use it anywhere in your app.

You can use the storage for multiple purposes, such as storing calculation results, using the data to generate a view or report without rerunning the calculation, or storing data that you don’t want to expose to users of your app.

This new feature provides many new opportunities, and we are looking forward to seeing how you will implement it!

[Read more](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/guides/topics/persistent-storage) about easier data storage and retrieval in the documentation.




## Easily select entities inside the editor

You can now easily select entities from anywhere in the entity tree inside your editor.

Previously, selecting entities was only possible for child and sibling entity fields, or you would have to write the implementation yourself using the API module. With the introduction of `EntityOptionField` or `EntityMultiSelectField` it becomes possible to more efficiently retrieve data from any entity in the entity tree and allow end-users to intuitively select entities. 

Go to the documentation to [find out more](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/guides/topics/share-information-using-api#entity-selection-fields) about the extended entity fields.  

![Select mutiple objects modal](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_Entity_Field_7b76299d5e.png)
*MultiSelect*




# Everyone can develop apps for free!

Have you ever thought: "Hey, I know someone that should use VIKTOR!"? We have good news! We also believe that everyone should get the chance to build awesome apps. That is why everyone can now develop VIKTOR apps for free.

 

Help expand the VIKTOR Community! Share the good news, and send your colleagues or friends [this page](https://www.viktor.ai/start-building-apps). After submitting the form, they will get their developer account.

![Group 21.png](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Group_21_0ff9c8f919.png)
*Invite a friend!*




## Track your application's activity

Did you want to monitor your organization's usage of apps? Good news! On the new Activity Dashboard, admins can keep track of:

- The number of users in your Cloud environment and on each workspace
- User activity
- The most used workspaces

We hope this new feature will help you understand which app provides the most value to your organization and how you can improve adoption.

 
![Activity dashboard](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_Activity_dashboard_6f9a25e740.png)
*Activity dashboard*




## Automate app publishing

You can now use the new CLI command `ci-publish` to automatically publish a new app to VIKTOR in your CI pipeline after merging changes or creating a tag on the repository. This way you make sure your app always runs the latest code. Additionally, it makes publishing VIKTOR apps a lot easier, as it no longer requires any manual steps!

Visit the documentation for [more info](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/guides/tools/ci).

![ci-publish command.png](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/ci_publish_command_a6a8b65675.png)
*ci-publish*




# Coming soon...

**Create basic apps with CLI command:** To make it faster and easier to set up new apps from scratch, we are adding a command to the CLI that generates a basic app for you. 

**Developer environment consolidation & self-servicing of tokens:** Your developer environment will be moved to your company's environment, so you will be able to create and use apps in a single place. Here, you will also be able to generate your own developer token.

**Workspace-specific workers:** We are building a feature that enables assigning a worker to a specific workspace so that apps from different workspaces that depend on the same integration can no longer block each other's tasks. 




# Other Changes

### SDK

- New version v13.0.0 is now available! 

### PLATFORM

- Fixed issue with PlotlyAndDataView not taking full height 
- Added fixed-size MapLabels
- Added support for defining up-axis in GeometryView
- Fixed the workspace invitation email to show the invitee name
- Updated app clearing to not delete the workspace image in development environments
- Fixed MapPoint 'wye' icon not showing color 
- Fixed the data view error state not clearing properly and improved text readability 
- Removed invalid `dseries` integration type from supported workers 
- Fixed param changes not being picked up in dynamic array tables in some cases 
- Fixed issue with stepwise editor missing a bottom border 
- Improve markdown rendering performance 
- Allowed deselection in the single file field 
- Updated the toggle button to use the primary color 


### CLI

- Support for development workspaces in primary environments
- Validation of credentials for easier debugging
- Use existing credentials as default values when reconfiguring the CLI

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Discover what is new in the VIKTOR platorm for April 2022.

VIKTOR platform updates | April 2022

What's new in VIKTOR (April 2022)

### Content: 

1. An introduction to developing successful applications
2. Designing and planning your application
3. How to start coding
4. Gathering and processing feedback
5. Increasing the adoption of your app



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How to create a succesful that people will adopt

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Do you want to build a successful application? This guide is here to help you make apps that provide real value to your work and that other people will definitely want to use too!

Over the past years, we, the application developers at VIKTOR, have built many apps for many different industries. We have learned a lot from that and now want to share our experiences with you. 

The principles and processes we explain in this guide are the same as we apply daily. They have helped us build anything from simple apps designed to save time to advanced engineering applications that are used to automatically calculate underground tunnels, dikes, and other large structures. 

This guide will provide actionable insights that are useful for anyone involved in creating custom software tools. For example:

- People developing the tools (developers, engineers, data scientists, etc..)
- End-users, who will use the tools when they are released
- Project managers who are interested in workflow automation/optimization
- Program managers, who oversee and stimulate digital transformation initiatives
- Domain experts, who provide their expertise to people creating software tools
- And anyone else interesting in the process of creating awesome software tools

Learn the process to build apps that provide real value to your work and that other people will definitely want to use as well.

Build successful applications

Learn how to build apps that provide real value to your work and that other people will definitely want to use as well.

Building Successful Applications

## Apps Gallery 

You might have already noticed it, but we have added an Apps Gallery to the documentation! In the Apps Gallery, you can find a collection of sample apps that you can download directly from our GitHub repository and use as inspiration to create other awesome applications yourself!

Keep an eye out on the gallery, as we will continuously add more sample apps.

Visit the new [Apps Gallery](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/apps-gallery) to discover all the applications and get inspired!

![Sample apps in the Apps Gallery](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_March_sample_apps_ed660416b8.png)

*Sample apps in the Apps Gallery*




## More map markers added to library

To make it easier to distinguish between different types of data on a map (MapPoints), and make the MapView more informative and easier to understand for end-users, we have added a library of map point markers. From now on, you can use different markers to depict distinct locations or data types on the map. For example, the VIKTOR logo to indicate the location of the VIKTOR office.

![VIKTOR logo icon on map](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_March_map_bc9a98501e.png)

Visit the documentation to see how you can [implement new map point markers](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/guides/topics/views/create-map-view) as well. 

![Map point markers](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_March_icons_27575d2df0.png)




## More control for workspace admins

We have implemented a new functionality that allows admin users to modify their workspaces by updating information such as names, descriptions, images, and user access. This helps admins better indicate what a workspace is used for and potentially increases usage and adoption as well! 

Admins can update their workspace through the setting dots in the workspace card. Visit your Workspaces to discover all possibilities. 

![Workspace visibility editor](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_March_worskpace1_ba854d379d.png)
*Workspace visibility editor* 

![Workspace details editor](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_March_worskpace3_a528d86c32.png)
*Workspace details editor*

![Workspace background editor](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_March_worskpace2_1aaa0647b9.png)
*Workspace background editor*

**Visit your Workspaces to discover all possibilities**




## Create editors with only a View

From now on, it is possible to create an editor that only shows a View, in case you don’t want to show a parametrization. This means that, whenever no parameterization is specified in the controller, there will no longer be an empty input panel and only the views will be shown, which makes the interface look a lot cleaner!  

You can create a views-only entity type by omitting the `parametrization` attribute on the corresponding `controller` class. 

Visit the documentation to find out more about the [views only editor](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/guides/fundamentals/controller-class).

![Views only editor](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_March_viewsonlyeditor_795879c383.png)




## Coming soon...
 
# V13

We have exciting news: we will launch SDK v13 in April! Here we have a sneak preview into some features you will soon be able to use to create awesome apps: 

**Generic entity field:** You can add this field to your parametrization to enable end-users to select any entity, from any part of the entity tree. 

**FileField:** This field enables users to upload several files directly to the editor, so there is no longer a need for a nested entity structure when using files. 

**Persistent storage:** Apps can use their storage to store data, invisible to the end-user. This enables you to store sensitive information that is needed internally for calculations and can easily be retrieved in subsequent calculations as well. This makes it possible to store reusable data to optimize your app, while at the same time keeping your user-facing params clean.




 ## Other Changes
 
**SDK**
- New version v12.11.0 is now available

**PLATFORM**
- Prevented geo polygon and geo polyline fields used in multiple dynamic arrays from overwriting each other
- Fixed workspaces shown multiple times in certain cases 
- Fixed issue where updating a user’s groups in a workspace, removed groups from other workspaces 
- Removed support for updating the workspace image through the manifest 

**WORKER**
- Fixed small bug in installer of generic worker which caused access denied when saving configuration
- Scheduled task is created without elevated privileges

**CLI**
-Fixed false positive on differing tags during publication

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Discover the latest platform updates, such as the updated Apps Gallery, new custom map markers, workspace update for admins, and the views only editor. 

VIKTOR platform updates | March 2022

What's new in VIKTOR? (March, 2022)

## Easier installation without Docker

From now on, you can decide between using Docker or using a Python virtual environment for developing applications. 

 We have chosen to add this second mode for two reasons. First, because it makes the onboarding process a lot easier as you only need to install Python and setup the VIKTOR CLI. Second, because Docker is changing its [subscription model](https://www.docker.com/pricing/faq?utm_campaign=Newsletter%20developers&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8DhAlL9dY1BbuGUOSOosuMn3yRcnySyEA_7RzWeYWygCXpmhvhF5q_Ojbor4laUCbggXT-), meaning you may require a paid subscription, depending on your company's size and revenue.

 In the newest CLI release, you can use the `configure` command and select `venv` to use the new Python virtual environment.

 More information can be found in the [documentation](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/getting-started/installation#what-will-i-install).


## Updated admin pages

We have updated the admin pages inside a workspace to provide a better ease of use, updated look and feel, and a cleaner interface to increase the usability in organization with many users and groups.

For example, some improvements in user management are de ability to order and search users and groups, and to select predefined access level templates (e.g. read only or full access) or create custom access levels when specifying permission on entity types.

**Check out these changes by visiting the admin page of your workspace!**

![Dialog screen updated admin pages](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_feb_admin_pages_2adbc185bb.svg)

## Switch to the new API_v1 without limitations

In SDK v11.7.0 we introduced an improved API module, API_v1, that you can use to get information from other objects. The new module is more performant than the old API module, returns objects that are easy to use instead of dictionaries, and supports the privileged flag, which allows bypassing of user management.

In the latest update we have added all features that were still missing from the old version, like the ability to create and delete entities, plus a lot of new ones. This means that you can now fully switch to the new API and enjoy all benefits without any limitation!  

An overview of all additions can be found in the [documentation](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/reference/sdk/api/api-v1/?utm_campaign=Newsletter%20developers&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8DhAlL9dY1BbuGUOSOosuMn3yRcnySyEA_7RzWeYWygCXpmhvhF5q_Ojbor4laUCbggXT-#_API).

## Plotly view, a better way to visualize graphs

Use our new Plotly views to visualize Plotly graphs easily, without requiring a WebView as a workaround!

Having dedicated Plolty views within the platform makes your views faster, more responsive, easier to implement, and increases usability by keeping state in the view if unrelated data is updated. So, for example, the orientation and zoom will not reset when you update your results. 

Go to the documentation to find out how you can use[ ‘PlotlyView’](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/reference/sdk/api/views/?utm_campaign=Newsletter%20developers&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8DhAlL9dY1BbuGUOSOosuMn3yRcnySyEA_7RzWeYWygCXpmhvhF5q_Ojbor4laUCbggXT-#_PlotlyView) and [‘PlotlyDataView’](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/reference/sdk/api/views/?utm_campaign=Newsletter%20developers&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8DhAlL9dY1BbuGUOSOosuMn3yRcnySyEA_7RzWeYWygCXpmhvhF5q_Ojbor4laUCbggXT-#_PlotlyAndDataView) in your apps.

![Plotly View](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_february_Plotly_view_aa7b8e8538.svg)

## Display the data structure as you want

The order of your node tree is defined in your manifest, but have you noticed that adding new Root entities or changing their names sometimes breaks the layout?

With the latest update we have solved this issue, so that Root entities in the node tree are always ordered as defined in the manifest and Child entity types are ordered as given in the controller.

Making any changes afterwards? No problem! From now on, you are always in control of how your apps are structured.  

![Node Tree](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_february_node_tree_6788ae92db.svg)

## Other Changes

### SDK

- New version v12.10.0 is now available 

### PLATFORM

- Improved handling of OptionField behavior for 'autoselect_single_option' flag
- Fix placement of GeometryView labels in their correct coordinates 
- Ability to flag a user as "external", with no access to internal workspaces 
- Fix for displaying user groups of users that are active on multiple workspaces 
- Fix for updating a user that is active on multiple workspaces 
- Add support for loading glTF files in the GeometryView 
- Fix for map popup & dashboard entity links to allow opening them in a new tab 
- Improvement of platform transactional mails with new templates, style and white labeling 

### CLI 

- During publication of an app a warning, with prompt to continue, is raised if a tag is supplied that is different from the git tag 


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We have added a lot of new functionality. Discover how you can improve your apps with the latest VIKTOR features!

VIKTOR platform updates | February 2022

What's new in VIKTOR (Feb 2022)

## Stepwise editor

With the release of the stepwise editor, developers are now able to better guide users through the editor by dictating the order of pages that a user visits. This means that instead of being able to freely move between pages, users move to the next or previous step with a ‘next’ or ‘previous’ button at the bottom of the page. We think that this makes it easier for users to efficiently use the app and that it helps with increasing the integrity of the data used in the calculations and the app’s overall usability.  

 Steps are defined in the parametrization similar to a ‘Page’, where the labels on the buttons can be customized too. 

Find out how you can add steps to your apps in [the documentation!](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/reference/sdk/api/parametrization/?utm_campaign=Newsletter%20developers&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--wrMJslDxzR8BwlEmJCQsb6TPYIj77WZgypvnOWmh3g1J381p7jvaOx0VkPttgUXTeh8gj#_Step)

![steps](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/steps_e724a11fd7.gif)

## Dynamic Array Row Label

 To make it easier to see which input a user is working with when generating a dynamic array with many inputs, we have added an index number to the dynamic array entries. Developers can also define a row label which will be shown behind the row number. 

More information on the dynamic array row label can be found in [the documentation.](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/reference/sdk/api/parametrization/?utm_campaign=Newsletter%20developers&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--wrMJslDxzR8BwlEmJCQsb6TPYIj77WZgypvnOWmh3g1J381p7jvaOx0VkPttgUXTeh8gj#_DynamicArray)

![row label](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/1_328d10c57c.png)

## Redesign of DataView
 
An improved design of the DataView has been released that presents a better distinction between levels/layers.

This leads to a better and clearer navigation, which especially improves the experience of analyzing results in an elaborate DataView. 

![dynamic array](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/dynamic_array_2_6c5010f65e.png)

**Log into your VIKTOR apps to discover all new possibilities!**

## Coming soon...
 
### Python Virtual Environments for App development

At VIKTOR, we are continuously working on improving developer experience. That is why we are soon releasing functionality that enable the development of apps using Python virtual environments as isolation mode, instead of Docker. For Windows users, this removes a cumbersome step from the installation process, enabling native development and going from zero to a running app even faster! 

**Please note**

In addition, Docker is changing the subscription model of Docker Desktop at the beginning of February. A possible consequence, depending on company size and company revenue, is that use of Docker Desktop requires a paid subscription from then on. If you use VIKTOR with a Python virtual environment, Docker is no longer a prerequisite to develop applications on the platform, so it is possible to keep using VIKTOR without the need for an additional Docker subscription.  

## Other Changes
 
**SDK**

- New version v12.9.0 is now available

**PLATFORM**

- Introduction of a more performant frontend table library 
- Fixed an issue with the create entity dialog not showing the entity type selection in some cases 
- The create entity button is now disabled if a user doesn’t have create rights on the entity type 
- Changed primary colors to secondary in editor input and output buttons 
- Added markdown support for button descriptions 
- Added more distinct separation between DynamicArray entries 
- Added more space on the bottom of editor tab 
- Fixed alignment when using multiple side-by-side buttons in editor
- Fixed the environment admin users table resetting on action click and resize 
- Fixed cross workspace entity types appearance when switching workspaces, caused by caching  

**CLI** 

- New version v0.12.2 is now available 
- The provided username and token are now validated when using 'viktor-cli configure'
- The 'check-system' command is extended to be more complete 
- The CLI is shipped with a Microsoft Installer on Windows 








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VIKTOR platform updates | January 2022

What's new in VIKTOR (Jan 2022)

## Redesign of entity view & advanced search

Over the last few months, the development team has been working on improving the way users can navigate through applications. The result is a fresh UI with several new ways to create, navigate to and access entities.

### Sidebar navigation

One of the highlights is a completely new sidebar navigation that allows users to quickly access entities.

![sidebar](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/sidebar_3abbc9a3b7.png)

### Advanced search

We also introduce a new ‘Advanced search’ functionality to replace the old ‘Filter’ page. This allows users to search entities with several filters such as ‘name’, ‘created by’ and ‘last modified at’. 

You can find the advanced search by clicking 'Search' in your side navigation and then 'Advanced Search page' under the pop-up.

![entity_tree](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/advanced_search_entity_tree_36b7026055.png)

**Log into your VIKTOR apps to discover all new possibilities!**

## Self-servicing of workers

From now on, environment administrators can self-service workers. This means that you can now set up workers without having to contact VIKTOR. In the admin panel, you can create a new worker for your environment. In this process you will receive a license file that is required during the installation. This means it is no longer needed to compile a worker for a specific environment. Instead, you can simply download the installer for a specific integration from the documentation. 

![worker_panel](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/worker_panel_48e7cd3320.png)

Find out more about self-servicing of workers in [the documentation](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/worker/?utm_campaign=Newsletter%20developers&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9v5xuGWMpElSRqLDduJGBeZDGGFXN1e-FQT7Z3nVm-q09h51SKvlOwU-ISz79NGt62uMmW#installation).

## Easier installing and starting of apps
 
The latest version of the CLI is now available and allows all developers to use it directly from the app folder. Because of this you can completely drop the APPNAME from the CLI commands, so from the app-folder you can simply type: 

![viktor-cli](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/viktor_cli_d37b2a5c71.png)

Using the CLI from the app folder has the additional advantage that you can simultaneously inspect the status of your version control system. Furthermore, the CLI can automatically deduce the tag you want to publish. All you need to do is check out the annotated tag while running the CLI from the app folder before executing the publish command.

[Learn more](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/cli/?utm_campaign=Newsletter%20developers&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9v5xuGWMpElSRqLDduJGBeZDGGFXN1e-FQT7Z3nVm-q09h51SKvlOwU-ISz79NGt62uMmW#start) about installing the latest version of the CLI in the documentation.

## Coming soon...
 
We are rolling out the Workspaces feature, and we will be migrating all deployed applications into single company environments. From then on, you can find all your applications on a single domain and only need one account to access them all. We are very excited about adding workspaces to the VIKTOR platform, as it is the starting point of many more exciting additions to the platform, from an app store to extended administrative capabilities!

##Other Changes
 
**SDK**

- New version v12.8.0 is now available

**PLATFORM**

- Fixed vertical scrollbar in OptimisationResult dialog

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VIKTOR has added some new features to the platform. Discover how you can use them to improve your apps!

VIKTOR platform updates | November 2021

What's new in VIKTOR (Dec 2021)


## In-line text in parametrization

Use in-line `Text` to build more descriptive elements in your interface and provide more guidance to your users! 

You can add in-line text in the same way that you add all other input fields.

Markdown is supported, which means you will be able to format text, using headings, bullet lists, equations, emoticons and more!

[Learn more](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/guides/topics/formatting-text/?utm_campaign=Newsletter%20developers&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9VA7byQIGyh8PQA0KWRqL9IeZZreoOuYLoPTtug891HEOMtz-zm4gFXVg2flzdxM8RLpGj) about in-line text in parametrization in the documentation.

![in-line text editor.png](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/in_line_text_editor_5ba786ceb2.png)

## Extended SCIA StatiCA RCS binding

Because you asked for it, we extended the IDEA StatiCa RCS binding again! Now you can create a cross-section with a general shape using a list of coordinates. You can also tweak your calculations by adjusting several code settings such as the number of fatigue cycles, relative humidity, and more! Additionally, the `RcsOutputFileParser` is now capable of extracting analyses results per *extreme* load combination.

[Learn more](https://9103575.hubspotpreview-na1.com/_hcms/preview/content/59373400140?portalId=9103575&_preview=true&cacheBust=1644836907604&preview_key=twElRMQi&from_buffer=false) in the documentation.

![ideastatica](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/ideastatica_9f324fb6f1.PNG)

## Custom label for update button

In some occasions, users have to click the update button to get a new view but don't know what will happen next if they do so. We have noticed that the update label is not always descriptive enough; that's why we have enabled customization for this button by specifying the `update_label` in the view! 

For example, when your app runs a SCIA analysis, you could use the following label:

![update button with label](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/update_button_with_label_c9138f9ffb.png)

## Coming soon...

A new front-end design is coming soon. This will not only make your app look more awesome than ever; we will also add a couple of handy functionalities that help improve the way people use and navigate through your apps. Stay tuned and don’t miss next month's newsletter! 

 ## Other Changes
 
**SDK**

- New version v12.7.0 is now available. 

**PLATFORM**

- Now you can also add a tooltip description to action buttons
- You can add formatted text (markdown) on the dashboard 
- Fetching of Entities is now more performant, making apps and user interface faster.
- Float-, Slider- & IntegerField are refactored and do no allow entry of text.
- The user name is now clearly shown in the 'Delete user' modal.
- Deprecated logic of entity up-to-dateness is now also removed from the user interface.

**CLI**

- Autoreload is now enabled by default. This means that your app updates automatically in your developers environment when you change the code. It can be disabled with the flag `--no-autoreload`
- The cli no longer works with a .env file but can be configured with the `configure` command. If you have a .env file in place the cli will configure itself.


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What's new in VIKTOR (Nov 2021)

## Create basic apps with a CLI command

We have added a create-app commmand to the CLI that generates an empty app, including all necessary components, that you can use as a quick starting point for your development.

Additionally, you can create a demo app that showcases the most important SDK functionalities by adding the flag --demo (create-app folder_name --demo). If you are new to VIKTOR, make sure to check out the demo app to discover new and exciting possibilities!

Visit the [documentation](https://docs.viktor.ai/docs/cli/?utm_campaign=Newsletter%20developers&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8GqSiZlKGUm5w0beUfa7YAy-Ii8SPDU8kWMMxkqDPQAhFjUeRgw112Tn8qjEZxR9dXQxAS#create-app) for more information.

![Blog_newsletter_may_map_view_interaction](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_may_map_view_interaction_b2096b5f54.png)





## Extended SCIA binding

We have extended the SCIA binding in the SDK with a couple of new features. Developers can now: 

- Add a description on the (non-linear) load combination 
- Specify solver settings
- Use cross-sections from the SCIA library 
- Add basic project data 
- Add cross-links 
- Apply a line load on a circular plane edge without raising an error 

Visit the [documentation](https://docs.viktor.ai/sdk/api/external/scia/?utm_campaign=Newsletter%20developers&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8GqSiZlKGUm5w0beUfa7YAy-Ii8SPDU8kWMMxkqDPQAhFjUeRgw112Tn8qjEZxR9dXQxAS) for more information on the extended SCIA binding. 

![Blog_newsletter_may_scia](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_may_scia_441fd8b7f8.webp)




## Assign dedicated workers to a workspace

We have added a new feature that allows admins to assign workers to either one workspace, multiple workspaces, or the whole environment.

This gives admins the flexibility to decide the number and type of workers they want to assign to a workspace. For example, you can assign more workers to your most important workspaces, or create separate workers for staging and production workspaces.

This prevents that end-users experience delays when running tasks, because a worker is busy executing a task triggered from another workspace. 

![Blog_newsletter_workspace-specific_workers](https://cms.viktor.ai/uploads/Blog_newsletter_workspace_specific_workers_bb502a092f.png)



## Coming soon...

### Map view interaction

We have good news! Next platform update, we are extending the possibilities that users have of interacting with the map. You will soon be able to implement a button on the input side of your app that allows users to start interacting with the map and simultaneously change multiple input parameters. With this new feature, you can improve user experience by making the input process more visual and intuitive!



## Other Changes
 

### SDK

- New version v13.1.0 is now available!

### PLATFORM

- Added search functionality in the environment users page 
- Updated the job progress dialog in the editor to use light theme 
- Updated the dates throughout the interface to be relative to current time, e.g. 1 hour ago 
- Updated the field states of the BooleanField to be more visually explicit 
- Adjusted the file manager functionality in the editor to only show on supported entity types 
- Updated the activity dashboard x-axis to match in all diagrams 
- Fixed an issue with wrong filename when downloading a file entity 
- Fixed an occasional mismatch of the end date in the activity dashboard 
- Added filtering functionality in the table field 

### CLI

- Create-app command added, including demo app for onboarding purposes 
- Validation of credentials before creating the credentials file when configuring CLI 
- Trim whitespaces from email address and token to prevent misconfiguration 
- Added check of Python installation in check-system command 
- Improved messages throughout CLI commands 
- Always print possible causes on a failed check-system check, not only when verbose flag is added 

### WORKER

- Improved error message when a integration that uses COM cannot start

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