Users of Ignition by Inductive Automation can now write their own modules. The Ignition Module Software Development Kit (SDK) is now available for free via the Inductive Automation website.
Possibilities With Java
The SDK is based 100% on Java, so anyone who knows or wants to learn Java can write their own modules. It opens up what can be done with the Ignition platform. Developers can write device drivers for the free Ignition OPC-UA Module, create components for the Vision module, Authentication Profiles for a custom authentication scheme, or even a completely new module.
When developing a new module, developers may use the module for themselves for free. Or, if they wish to resell the module, developers may apply to become a partner with Inductive Automation to become a third-party module author.
