/LastDitchPagingList

For use at eiNetwork: Should running from the master paging list fail this script will recover the items on the master list for your library.

Primary LanguagePythonMIT LicenseMIT

LastDitchPagingList Utility

Description

The LastDitchPagingList.py script is a crucial tool designed to assist library staff in recovering the paging list of items when the original list is lost, and the master list fails to function. This utility does not generate shipping labels but solely focuses on retrieving the list of items that must be pulled from the library shelves.

Prerequisites

  • Python: Ensure Python is installed on your machine. The script does not require any additional dependencies.

Installation

No installation is required. Simply download the LastDitchPagingList.py script to your local machine where Python is available.

Usage

To use the script, follow these steps:

  1. Open a terminal or command prompt.
  2. Navigate to the directory where LastDitchPagingList.py is saved.
  3. Run the script using the command: python LastDitchPagingList.py
  4. You will be prompted to select your library by entering the corresponding number.
  5. Next, enter the date for which you need the paging list in the format YYYY_MM_DD.

The script will then process the information and display the list of items to be pulled for the specified date.

Features

  • Library Selection: Choose from a list of libraries using a simple numeric input.
  • Date Specific Retrieval: Specify the exact date to recover the paging list for that day.

Limitations

  • This tool does not generate shipping or sorting labels.
  • It is intended for use only when other systems for list retrieval have failed.

Support

For any issues or support while using this script, please contact the library's IT support team or the script maintainer.

License

This script is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. You assume the entire risk as to the quality and performance of the script. Should the script prove defective, you assume the cost of all necessary servicing, repair, or correction.

This tool is intended to be a backup solution in emergencies where traditional systems fail to provide the necessary data. It empowers library staff to maintain efficiency and service levels during unforeseen technical challenges.