Configuration Files

  • Bots has two configuration files.
  • Mostly the defaults will be OK to get started, but you may need to customize these to your own needs.
  • Settings are documented in the files.
  • Open these files in your text editor.
  • The configuration files are located in the bots/config directory (except when using multiple environments).
  • The original default versions can be found in the bots/install directory.

bots.ini

  • How long to keep edi files and their registration
  • Some GUI customisation settings
  • Timeouts and time limits
  • Logging options
  • Debugging options
  • Webserver settings (eg port)
  • Directory settings

settings.py

  • Mail server settings for error reports
  • Database settings (eg. to use another database)
  • Security / auto-logout
  • Localization (time zone!)