PacketParser General Information

This guide explains how to set up and run the Packet Parser program, which uses PyQt6 for the user interface and Pandas for data manipulation.

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Prerequisites

1. Install an Integrated Development Environment (IDE):

   • Choose an IDE that supports Python, such as:
     • PyCharm
     • Visual Studio Code
     • Jupyter Notebook
     • Spyder

2. Install Python Interpreter:

   • Download and install Python from python.org.
   • During installation, ensure you check "Add Python to PATH".

3. Install pip:

   • Verify that pip is installed by running:

     pip --version

   • If pip is not available, refer to the pip installation guide.

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Steps to Set Up the Application

1. Download the Script:

   • Obtain the application file (e.g., packet_parser.py) and requirements.txt from the source or repository.

2. Install Required Libraries:

   • Open a terminal or command prompt.
   • Navigate to the directory containing the downloaded files.
   • Install all required libraries by running:

     pip install -r requirements.txt

   • This ensures that all dependencies, such as PyQt6 and Pandas, are installed automatically.

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Steps to Run the Application

1. Open the Script in Your IDE:

   • Launch your chosen IDE and open the Main.py file.
   • Ensure the Python interpreter in the IDE is correctly set to the installed version.

2. Run the Script:

   • Use your IDE's "Run" button or execute the script via the terminal:

     python Main.py

3. Interact with the Application:

   • A PyQt6-based user interface will open, allowing you to interact with the program.
   • Use the features provided by the application, such as browsing files or parsing packet data.

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Troubleshooting

1. Dependency Installation Error:

   • Ensure the requirements.txt file is in the same directory and re-run:

     pip install -r requirements.txt

2. PyQt6 Import Error:

   • Ensure PyQt6 is installed by running:

     pip install PyQt6

3. IDE Errors:

   • Verify that your IDE's Python interpreter matches the Python version where the required libraries are installed.

4. General Issues:

   • Check for typos or incomplete code in the script.
   • Run the script in debug mode for detailed error messages.

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You are now ready to run the Packet Parser application!