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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.
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Interesting facts about OTX
Useful information about the OTX standard according to ISO 13209


ASAM Regional Meeting China 2025
We are participating in the annual ASAM Regional Meeting China in Shanghai. We will be presenting OTX in two presentations. The first day will provide an overview of OTX and its extensions for ASAM-SOVD and ASAM-XIL . The second day, the Technical Seminar, will delve deeper into the details. Using the Unit Test Extension as an example, we will explain how to work with OTX in a straightforward manner. Presentations 07.11.202514:40 - 15:00 ASAM OTX: OTX and ASAM SOVD and AS
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


OTX vs. Python - Why OTX?
What distinguishes OTX from other programming languages? Why the comparison with Python falls short – and where OTX demonstrates its particular strengths. OTX is different: designed for process reliability, interchangeability, and repeatability in the automotive industry. Contents Introduction Different worlds: Python and OTX Why OTX? OTX and Python compared Conclusion Introduction Why do we even need OTX? Aren't there enough programming languages already? And wouldn't Python
Jörg Supke
2 min read


What is OTX?
OTX is a domain-specific programming language (DSL) for the reliable description of interchangeable and executable test logic in the automotive industry. The standard has established itself as a platform-independent foundation for describing diagnostic and test procedures and is used industry-wide. This article provides an overview of the OTX standard, explains application areas and target groups, and highlights the advantages and typical use cases that make OTX a central com
Jörg Supke
6 min read
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