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OTX Blog
Interesting Facts and News about OTX and our Tools
We'd like to keep you informed. We'll be posting interesting articles about the OTX standard and OTX tool improvements.
If you have any questions or suggestions, we'd happy to hear from you!
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Extensions or improvements to the OTX tool chain


OTF as Cloud Application
We're bringing OTF to the cloud. The initial version will allow, among other things, graphical editing and validation of OTX processes and the creation of executable PTX files. Users work within their own GIT or SVN repository. The application is implemented in a way that respects user privacy. OTF Plugins - Using the OTX Editor in Your Own Applications We offer a set of OTF plugins for using the OTX Editor functionality in your own applications. These include the OTX Designe
Jörg Supke
1 min read


OTX and SOVD
SOVD is more than just a new diagnostic interface – it marks a paradigm shift in vehicle diagnostics. While previous diagnostic systems were characterized by technical limitations, the approach of providing diagnostic functions as web services opens up entirely new possibilities for efficiency, integration, and innovation. The combination of OTX and SOVD unites standardized diagnostic logic with modern, service-oriented vehicle communication. This article introduces SOVD and
Jörg Supke
7 min read


Profiling OTX
In modern diagnostic and test systems, efficiency and transparency in execution play a central role. Especially with complex OTX scripts, it is crucial to understand where time, CPU power, and memory are being consumed. Our new OTX Profiler provides precisely these insights – integrated directly into our Open Test Framework development environment. Contents What does the OTX profiler do? Targeted analysis and hotspot detection Seamlessly integrated Conclusion What does the O
Jörg Supke
2 min read


OTX Unit Tests
How can we ensure that the test logic actually does what it's supposed to? OTX, as a programming language, must be tested – just like any other code. The test tests the test – it sounds crazy, but it's necessary: because wherever test logic is implemented, verification is also needed! Contents Introduction Fundamentals of software testing What are unit tests? How do you write a unit test? Tool support Conclusion Introduction To ensure that the test logic programmed in OTX b
Jörg Supke
5 min read
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