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Automate Qualytics operations on Windows using PowerShell and Task Scheduler. This guide shows how to set up and run scheduled export tasks.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding, ensure that you have the following:

  1. Access to PowerShell on your machine.
  2. The desired Qualytics instance details, including the instance URL and authentication token.

Steps to Create a Scheduled Operation

1. Open your text editor of your preference and add the script entry

In the text editor, add the following line to execute the Invoke-RestMethod command:

Invoke-RestMethod -Method 'Post' -Uri https://<your-instance>/api/export/anomalies?datastore=<datastore-id>&containers=<container-id-one>&containers=<container-id-two> -Headers @{'Authorization' = 'Bearer <your-token>'; 'Content-Type' = 'application/json'}

2. Example:

For example, to run the command every 5 minutes:

Invoke-RestMethod -Method 'Post' -Uri https://your-instance.qualytics.io/api/export/anomalies?datastore=123&containers=44&containers=22 -Headers @{'Authorization' = 'Bearer eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9...'; 'Content-Type' = 'application/json'}

Customize the placeholders based on your specific details and requirements. Save the script with the desired name with the extension .ps1.

3. Add the script to the Task Scheduler:

  1. Open Task Scheduler:

    • Press Win + S to open the Windows search bar.
    • Type "Task Scheduler" and select it from the search results.

  2. Create a Basic Task:

    • In the Task Scheduler window, click on Create Basic Task... on the right-hand side.

  3. Provide a Name and Description:

    • Enter a name and description for your task. Click Next to proceed.

  4. Choose Trigger:

    • Select when you want the task to start. Options include Daily, Weekly, or At log on.
    • Choose the one that fits your schedule. Click Next.

  5. Set the Start Date and Time:

    • If you selected a trigger that requires a specific start date and time, set it accordingly. Click Next.

  6. Choose Action:

    • Select Start a program as the action and click Next.

  7. Specify the Program/Script:

    • In the Program/script field, provide the path to PowerShell executable (powershell.exe), typically located at C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\powershell.exe. Alternatively, you can just type powershell.exe.
    • In the Add arguments (optional) field, provide the path to your PowerShell script. For example: -File "C:\Path\To\Your\GeneratedScript.ps1".
    • Click Next.

  8. Review Settings:

    • Review your task settings. If everything looks correct, click Finish.

  9. Finish:

    • You should now see your task listed in the Task Scheduler Library.