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WPF desktop application for 21H leak testing, targeting .NET 8.
Solution Structure
Application Overview
The 21H Leak Testing application is a WPF desktop tool used on the Dynacraft production floor to perform automated hose leak tests. It targets .NET 8 (net8.0-windows) and communicates with up to four serial-connected leak-test instruments simultaneously.
What It Does
Operators follow a guided workflow to execute and record pressure-based leak tests:
Badge in – Authenticate with an employee ID validated against the StaticProduction SQL Server database.
Select a station – On first launch, choose a test station from a database-driven list (persisted to user settings for subsequent runs).
Scan a production order – Enter or scan an 8–9 digit production order barcode.
Scan a material/assembly number – The application looks up the corresponding TCAP program number via the DataApps database.
How It Works
LayerResponsibility
UI (MainWindow, TestChannel, StationWindow, OrderEntry)WPF views for operator interaction, channel status display, and station selection
Serial Communication (System.IO.Ports)Sends commands to and receives data from leak-test instruments on dedicated COM ports; data is received on a background thread and marshalled to the UI via Dispatcher.Invoke
Data Access (DataAppsContext, StaticProductionContext)Entity Framework Core 9 DbContexts that call SQL Server stored procedures for employee validation, test result recording, station/port lookups, and error logging
Security (DAL, Crypto)Decrypts EncPassword_LeakTester from App.config using TripleDES and injects the password into connection strings at runtime — passwords are never stored in plain text
Error Handling (Util, App.xaml.cs)Global exception handlers catch unhandled errors from the dispatcher, app domain, and task scheduler; errors are dual-written to a local log file (error_21H_LeakTesting.txt) and the DataApps_ErrorLog_INSERT stored procedure
Enter parts quantity & assign channels – Distribute work across available test channels (CH1–CH4).
Run tests – The application sends TCAP program and start commands to the instruments over serial ports, parses the response data, and determines pass or fail.
Record results – Test outcomes, part quantities, and any errors are written to the DataApps SQL Server database in real time. The app
DashPerm
Application Overview
NGP DashPerm Desktop (NGP_587_DashPerm) is an internal WPF desktop application built for Dynacraft (PACCAR) manufacturing operations. It serves as a production dashboard for the NGP 587 dash panel assembly line, providing station-specific views for operators to scan chassis, view panel build instructions, track build times, log defects, verify orders, and request part resupply.
Operators select a production station at launch (A Panel, B Panel, C Panel, D Panel, Inspection, or Pack), and the dashboard tailors its display and data to that station context. The application connects to multiple SQL Server databases for chassis data, defect tracking, employee achievements, and order verification workflows.
Getting Started
Prerequisites
Visual Studio 2022+ (Enterprise recommended) with the .NET desktop development workload installed.
.NET Framework 4.8 targeting pack.
Network access to internal SQL Server databases (StaticProduction, EWI_DataWarehouse, EASOP_PB).
NuGet package restore enabled.
Clone the Repository
Build
Open NGP_587_DashPerm.sln in Visual Studio.
Restore NuGet packages (automatic on build).
Build the solution (Ctrl+Shift+B) or via command line:
Run
Set NGP_587_DashPerm as the startup project.
Press F5 to start debugging, or Ctrl+F5 to run without the debugger.
Run Tests
Open Test Explorer in Visual Studio and run all tests from the NGP_587_DashPerm_Test project.
Tests use the NUnit framework with Moq for mocking.
Environment Configuration
The application includes environment-specific configuration files that are copied to the output directory:
File
Environment
NGP_587_DashPerm.exe.CERT.config
Certification
NGP_587_DashPerm.exe.TEST.config
Test
NGP_587_DashPerm.exe.PROD.config
Production
Solution Structure
Key Modules
Login (Login.xaml)
Station selection screen presented at application launch. Operators choose their assembly station (A Panel, B Panel, C Panel, D Panel, Inspection, or Pack), which sets the station context (Station and StationID) in Application.Current.Resources before opening the MainWindow.
MainWindow (MainWindow.xaml)
The primary dashboard (~2,000 lines). Displays chassis-specific panel build data including part numbers, locations, wire guard images, and punch labels. Incorporates a DispatcherTimer for build-time tracking against station targets. Handles chassis scanning, archive lookups, and station-specific tab views (J1/J2 panels, C Panel, etc.).
InputUser (InputUser.xaml)
Employee login window. Operators scan or enter their badge ID, which is validated against the vwEmployees view in EWI_DataWarehouse. The matched employee name is stored in application-level resources for display and achievement tracking.
Print (Print.xaml)
Print and report view for chassis build sheets. Loads chassis data and location maps, then renders printable layouts using WPF visual trees. Supports image display from a shared UNC network path.
Defect (Defect.xaml)
Defect logging window. Allows operators to record defects by selecting the originating station and defect category from database-driven dropdown lists, with a description field. Categories and stations are loaded from StaticProduction database views.
Achievement (Achievement.xaml)
Trophy/achievement popup triggered when an employee unlocks a milestone. Displays the appropriate trophy image (keyed by TrophyKey and Level) and a congratulatory message with the employee name and station context.
AvgUpdate (AvgUpdate.xaml)
Displays the operator's month-to-date average build time for the current station versus the target. Build time text is color-coded: green when at or below target, red when above.
Order_Verify (Order_Verify.xaml)
Order conflict verification module. Compares JIT component lists against production data for a date range, highlights conflicts, and sends email notifications (via System.Net.Mail) to a distribution list loaded from a stored procedure.
Resupply (Resupply.xaml)
Part resupply request form. Operators scan a part number to submit a resupply request record to the tblResupplyRequests table in EWI_DataWarehouse, tagged with the current station and timestamp.
Welcome (Welcome.xaml)
Welcome screen that shows a summary of viewed defects from the vwDefectVieweds view, providing operators a quick defect overview on entry.
CounterTest (CounterTest.xaml)
Countdown timer utility using DispatcherTimer. Visually counts down from a set time with color-coded urgency indicators (blue under 10 seconds, red under 6 seconds).
DAL (DAL.cs)
Centralized Data Access Layer. Reads connection strings from app.config and injects the decrypted password (via Crypto) at runtime by replacing {PASSWORD} placeholders. Exposes typed getter methods for each database connection.
Crypto (Crypto.cs)
Encryption and decryption utility using TripleDES with MD5-hashed keys. Used by DAL to decrypt database passwords stored in AppSettings at runtime.
Key Features
Feature
Description
Station-Based Dashboard
Tailored panel views per assembly station with chassis-specific build instructions.
Chassis Scanning
Scan-to-load workflow for retrieving chassis build data from SQL Server.
Build Time Tracking
Real-time countdown timer comparing actual build time to station targets.
Defect Logging
Station- and category-based defect entry with database persistence.
Employee Achievements
Trophy/milestone notification system with tiered achievement images.
Average Build Time Reports
Month-to-date build time vs. target with color-coded performance feedback.
Order Conflict Verification
JIT-to-production comparison with automated email conflict alerts.
Part Resupply Requests
One-scan resupply submissions tagged by station and timestamp.
Print / Report Generation
Printable chassis build sheets with part images from shared network paths.
Chassis Archiving
Archive and retrieve historical chassis build records.
Encrypted Credentials
TripleDES-encrypted database passwords with runtime decryption in DAL.
Multi-Environment Config
Separate config files for CERT, TEST, and PROD environments.
ClickOnce Deployment
Published to an internal web server with auto-update support.
Technologies Used
Technology
Version / Details
.NET Framework
4.8
WPF
Windows Presentation Foundation (XAML + code-behind)
C#
Primary language
Entity Framework
6.4.4 (Database First with EDMX models)
ADO.NET
SqlConnection / SqlCommand for stored procedure calls
Source control (PaccarInc-Dynacraft/OPS-DashPerm-Desktop)
EWI_Assembly
A comprehensive assembly management system for PACCAR's EWI (Electrical Wiring Integration) operations. This solution provides workstation management, BOM (Bill of Materials) tracking, and line assembly visualization capabilities.
Overview
The EWI_Assembly solution is designed to manage and track the assembly process of electrical wiring components in a manufacturing environment. It consists of two main web applications and supporting projects for testing and data management.
Technology Stack
Core Technologies
.NET 8.0 - Modern, cross-platform framework for building web applications
ASP.NET Core MVC - Model-View-Controller framework for traditional web applications
Blazor Server - Interactive web UI framework with server-side rendering
SQL Server - Enterprise database system for data storage and management
UI Frameworks & Libraries
Telerik UI for Blazor 12.0 - Professional UI component library for Blazor applications
jQuery - JavaScript library for DOM manipulation (in EWI_Assembly project)
Testing & Automation
MSTest - Microsoft's testing framework for unit and integration tests
Selenium WebDriver 4.17 - Browser automation for end-to-end testing
Build & Deployment
Azure Pipelines - CI/CD automation for building, testing, and deploying applications
NuGet - Package management for .NET dependencies
Projects
1. EWI_Assembly
Type: ASP.NET Core 8.0 MVC Web Application
Purpose: The primary web application providing workstation interfaces for assembly operations. This application manages BOM (Bill of Materials) workstations where workers can:
View component headers and details by Purchase Order (PO)
Track station orders and mark them as complete
Validate parts during assembly
Record defects and their sources
Manage CATL (Critical Attribute Tracking Log) data
Key Features:
MVC architecture with Controllers, Models, and Views
Direct SQL Server integration using Microsoft.Data.SqlClient
Stored procedure-based data access for performance
Support for multiple environments (DEV, CERT, PROD)
Connection to both EWI_Assembly and EWI_DataWarehouse databases
Main Controllers:
BOMWorkstationController - Core workstation functionality for BOM management
BOMLookupController - BOM search and lookup operations
HomeController - Application home page and navigation
2. LineAssembly
Type: Blazor Server Web Application (.NET 8.0)
Purpose: A modern, interactive web application built with Blazor providing visual representations and real-time updates for line assembly operations. This application offers:
SVG-based visualization of assembly line layouts
Real-time order and pallet tracking
Interactive UI components using Telerik Blazor controls
Responsive design for various screen sizes
Key Features:
Server-side Blazor with interactive components
Entity Framework Core with DbContextFactory pattern (optimized for Blazor Server)
Telerik UI for Blazor professional components
SQL Server database integration
Component-based architecture with reusable Razor components
Main Pages:
Home.razor - Application landing page
HomeSvg.razor - SVG-based visual representation of assembly lines
TestOrderPallet.razor - Order and pallet testing interface
3. EWI_AssemblyDB
Type: SQL Server Database Project (.sqlproj)
Purpose: Database schema management and version control for the EWI_Assembly database. This project contains:
WORKSTATION - Workstation-specific data and procedures
REPORTS - Reporting functionality
PRINT - Printing operations
Key Features:
Source control for database objects
Deployment scripts for environment promotion
Security principal management for service accounts
Schema-based organization of database objects
4. EWI_Assembly.MSTests
Type: MSTest Test Project (.NET 8.0)
Purpose: Automated testing suite providing end-to-end testing using Selenium WebDriver. This project ensures:
Browser-based integration testing
UI workflow validation
Cross-browser compatibility testing
Regression testing for critical user paths
Key Features:
Selenium WebDriver for browser automation
MSTest framework for test organization and execution
DotNetSeleniumExtras.WaitHelpers for reliable element interactions
Integration with EWI_Assembly project for testing actual application behavior
Database Configuration
The solution connects to multiple SQL Server databases in the PACCAR network:
EWI_Assembly - Main application database
EWI_DataWarehouse - Data warehouse for reporting and analytics
Database connections are configured per environment:
DEV:sql-d-DynlouEWIAssy.na.paccar.com
CERT:sql-c-DynlouEWIAssy.na.paccar.com
PROD:sql-p-DynlouEWIAssy.na.paccar.com
All connections use Windows Integrated Authentication (Trusted_Connection) for secure access.
Build and Deployment
Build Process
The solution uses Azure Pipelines for automated builds:
azure-pipelines-1.yml - Triggered on master branch commits
azure-pipelines.yml - Triggered on Release branch commits
Build steps include:
NuGet package restoration
MSBuild compilation with Release configuration
Automated test execution with VSTest
Package creation for deployment
Prerequisites for Local Development
Visual Studio 2022 (Version 17.5 or later)
.NET 8.0 SDK
SQL Server access to PACCAR network databases
Windows authentication credentials for database access
APQP Management System
Application Overview
Built using ASP.NET MVC and targeting .NET Framework 4.7.2, this application is a comprehensive Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) management system designed specifically for automotive manufacturing and procurement workflows.
APQP is an established industry framework that supports cross-functional teams in the development of products and processes to ensure customer satisfaction. The framework emphasizes quality planning, supplier collaboration, and risk mitigation throughout the product development lifecycle. Key APQP tenets include:
Quality at Source: Implementing process controls and quality checks early in the development cycle
Supplier Collaboration: Managing requests for quotes (RFQs), bid entries, and quality approvals with supplier partners
Production Part Approval: Formal approval workflows for new part production using the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
Change Control: Managing engineering change notices (ECNs) with formal review and implementation tracking
Bill of Materials (BOM) Management: Tracking component sourcing, pricing, and quoting for complete assemblies
Continuous Improvement: Supporting part family management, variation control, and data-driven reporting
This system is tailored for PACCAR Inc. and Dynacraft organizations to streamline product quality planning, accelerate supplier approval cycles, and maintain regulatory compliance across multiple plants and business divisions. The application provides real-time visibility into quality workflows, supplier performance, and engineering changes through an integrated dashboard and comprehensive reporting infrastructure.
Solution Structure
Project
Description
APQP_MVC
Main ASP.NET MVC web application
APQP_MVC.Test
Unit tests for the main project
APQP.MSTest
Additional MSTest-based tests
Key Modules
RFQ (Request for Quote)
Manages the complete supplier bidding and quote lifecycle. This module enables procurement teams to publish bid requests, collect and evaluate supplier responses, and compare pricing and technical proposals. Key workflows include:
Quote Creation & Distribution: Generate and distribute requests for quotes to multiple suppliers with deadlines and specification details
Bid Tracking & Submission: Monitor supplier bid submissions and enforced deadline management with escalation capabilities
Bid Evaluation: Track bid status, comments, and approval workflows with linked checklists for quality compliance verification
Supplier Comparison: Analyze competing bids side-by-side with pricing, lead time, and quality metrics for data-driven supplier selection
Task & Checkpoint Management: Assign quality approval tasks to cross-functional teams with completion tracking and audit trails
Document Attachments & Comments: Maintain complete communication history with suppliers throughout the bidding process
Reporting & Analytics: Generate bid reports by supplier, plant, or business division for performance trending and procurement analysis
PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)
Manages the formal approval process required before suppliers can release production quantities. PPAP ensures that new parts or design revisions meet technical specifications and manufacturing capability standards. Core capabilities include:
Production Scheduling: Define new production part projects with part families, drawings, and quality codes linked to APQP workflows
Submission Timeline Management: Track firm implementation dates and target implementation dates to keep production schedules aligned across the supply chain
Employee PPAP Schedule Tracking: Assign PPAP approval tasks to quality engineers, manufacturing engineers, and plant personnel with deadline visibility and role-based responsibilities
Multi-Level Approval Workflows: Support hierarchical approval chains ensuring design, process, and quality reviews occur before production release
Calendar Views & Planning: Visualize PPAP schedules by plant, product line, and engineer for capacity planning and workload management
Status Tracking & Escalation: Monitor approvals in real-time with alerts for overdue reviews and readiness assessments
Change Control Integration: Link PPAP approvals to engineering changes (ECNs) and requirement modifications to maintain traceability throughout the product lifecycle
Compliance Documentation: Maintain audit trails and approval records for regulatory compliance (ISO/TS 16949, AIAG PPAP guidelines)
ECN (Engineering Change Notices)
Manages the engineering change control process to track, review, and implement design and process changes throughout the product lifecycle. This module ensures all stakeholders are informed of changes and impacts are managed systematically. Key features include:
Change Notice Creation & Routing: Define changes with title, description, cost-savings impact, and internal/external classification for appropriate review workflows
Group-Based Management: Organize changes by division, program, or business unit with customizable approval groups and notification rules
Multi-Stage Review Process: Route changes through design, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain reviews with tracked workflows and decision points
Change Tracking Grid: Interactive data grid with real-time filtering, sorting, and modal-based controls for viewing change details, history, and status
Implementation Date Management: Track firm implementation dates and target implementation dates to coordinate production transitions with suppliers and plant operations
Part Impact Analysis: Identify which parts and suppliers are affected by changes to enable targeted communication and compliance verification
Readiness Assessment: Verify supplier readiness before change implementation through linked PPAP approvals and manufacturing capability assessments
Change History & Audit Trail: Maintain complete records of change reviews, approvals, rejections, and implementation status for compliance and continuous improvement analysis
IncrediBOM (Bill of Materials)
Provides comprehensive bill of materials management for product assemblies, including component tracking, supplier sourcing, pricing, and quoting. This module enables procurement teams to visualize complete assembly structures and manage supplier relationships at the part level. Key capabilities include:
Full & Partial BOM Views: Display complete assembly hierarchies or filtered sub-assemblies for targeted analysis and component sourcing
Component-Level Supplier Management: Assign suppliers to components with pricing and lead time data for competitive analysis and cost optimization
BOM Pricing & Cost Analysis: Aggregate component costs into assembly-level BOMs with supplier pricing comparisons and margin tracking
Quote & RFQ Integration: Create or update quotes directly from BOM data, link bids to components, and track supplier selections across assemblies
Part Search & Lookup: Search components by part number, description, or supplier for rapid access to sourcing and pricing history
Excel Import/Export: Support bulk BOM entry through copy/paste and Excel file import, enabling rapid data entry and streamlined supplier updates
PPAP Integration: Link BOM components to PPAP records to track which parts require approval and coordinate production readiness across the supply base
Cross-Reference & Version Control: Maintain BOM revisions and track part number changes to ensure manufacturing and procurement teams work with current designs
Part Management
Provides centralized management of part families, variations, and design revisions to support product configuration and supply chain coordination. This module enables engineering teams to manage part hierarchies and track design changes across multiple suppliers and plant locations. Core functions include:
Part Family Definition: Create and organize part families representing logical groupings of related components (e.g., alternator family with multiple voltages or configurations)
Part Variation Handling: Define and manage part variations (color, material, voltage, capacity) through modal dialog workflows for rapid configuration updates
Revision Tracking: Maintain multiple revisions of part families with change history and effectivity dates to coordinate design updates with suppliers and manufacturing
Design Documents & Drawings: Associate drawing files, specifications, and technical documentation with part families for quick reference and compliance verification
Supplier Assignment: Link part families to approved suppliers and track approval status, pricing, and lead time by supplier and part variation
ECN Integration: Track which ECNs affect specific part families to maintain traceability and ensure suppliers implement changes at the correct time
Data Import/Export: Support bulk part family creation and updates through Excel import/export to streamline data entry and simplify supplier onboarding
Cross-Plant Standardization: Enable sharing of part families across multiple plants to drive standardization and reduce engineering redundancy
Key Features
DataTables Integration - Sorting, filtering, and export to Excel/PDF/clipboard
AJAX-Driven UI - Asynchronous updates to minimize page reloads
User Notifications - Real-time feedback using Toastr
Windows Authentication - Integrated IIS authentication (no login page)
Excel Import/Export - Bulk data operations via ExcelDataReader
Enterprise Supplier Management System (ESMS) Support is an ASP.NET MVC 5 web application for managing supplier relationships, EDI operations, and chargeback workflows.
Quick Start
Prerequisites: Visual Studio 2022+ with .NET Framework 4.7.2
echnology Stack
.NET Framework 4.7.2
ASP.NET MVC 5.2.9
Entity Framework 6.5.1
jQuery 3.7.1
Bootstrap 5.3.x
MAT-DynaShippingPortal-Web
A web-based shipping management portal for Dynacraft operations built with ASP.NET MVC 5.
Overview
DynaShippingPortal is an internal logistics management application that enables shipping teams to schedule, track, and manage outbound shipments. The application provides real-time visibility into trailer schedules, carrier assignments, customer shipments, and related documentation.
Key Features
Feature
Description
Outbound Schedule Management
Create, update, and track outbound shipping schedules with trailer numbers, skid spots, utilization metrics, and scheduled/released dates
Carrier Management
Maintain carrier information with active/inactive status tracking
Customer Management
Track customers with trailer summary reporting and color-coded status indicators
Kit Summary Tracking
Associate ASN (Advanced Shipping Notice), shipping authorizations, and shipment types with schedules
File Attachments
Upload and manage documents via UNC-based file storage with permitted file type validation
Email Notifications
Automated shipping confirmation notifications
Error Logging & Monitoring
ELMAH for exception logging, Application Insights for telemetry
A Blazor Server application for validating manufacturing kit materials against production sequences. Operators scan parts to verify the correct materials are present in each kit before assembly, with real-time visual feedback and validation logging.
Features
Area & Station Selection — Cascading dropdowns to choose the work area and station
Single & Range Sequence Modes — Validate a single sequence or navigate through a range with Previous / Next controls
Part Scanning — Scan parts via barcode scanner against the expected material list with instant green (valid) / red (invalid) feedback. Paste is blocked on the Employee field to prevent manual data entry errors, but scanner input is fully supported on the Scan Part field.
Validation Logging — Every scanned part is logged to the database for traceability
Toast Notifications — Success and error messages via Blazor.Bootstrap toasts
Tech Stack
Layer
Technology
UI
Blazor Server (.NET 8, Interactive Server)
Components
Blazor.Bootstrap
ORM
Entity Framework Core (SQL Server)
Database
SQL Server (EWI_Admin)
Testing
MSTest, Selenium WebDriver
DAVIE API Readme
This API allows you to take DAVIE results and store them in a database called DAVIE. The stored results are stored in a table called DAVIEResults. Additionally, the API can concatenate data and generate a bartender label using a stored procedure called [cs_BEVPPCResult_SELECT].
Endpoints
1. Store DAVIE Results
Endpoint: /davie/label
Method: POST
Description: This endpoint allows you to store DAVIE results in the DAVIE database and DAVIEResults table.
Request Body:
data: The DAVIE results to be stored.
Response:
status: The status of the operation.
message: A message describing the result of the operation.
2. Generate Bartender Label
Endpoint:/davie/label
Method: GET
Description: This endpoint generates a bartender label by concatenating data and using the stored procedure [cs_BEVPPCResult_SELECT].
Response:
status: The status of the operation.
message: A message describing the result of the operation.
label: The generated bartender label.
Database Information
Database Name: DAVIE
Table Name: DAVIEResults
Stored Procedure
Stored Procedure Name: [cs_BEVPPCResult_SELECT]
Description: This stored procedure is used to concatenate data and generate a bartender label.
How to Use
Install the necessary dependencies.
Set up the DAVIE database and create the DAVIEResults table.
Configure the API to connect to the DAVIE database.
Make API requests to store DAVIE results and generate bartender labels.
Guided Picking is an innovative application designed to streamline the picking process in warehouse and production environments. By allowing users to easily input their badge number, area, and production order number, the app efficiently displays the necessary part numbers, quantities, and corresponding SAP bin locations. Additionally, it includes a bin validation feature to ensure accuracy in picking.
Features
User Input: Enter badge number, area, and production order number to retrieve relevant picking information.
Part Display: View part numbers and quantities associated with the production order.
SAP Bin Locations: Automatically fetches and displays the correct SAP bin locations for each part.
Bin Validation: Ensures that users are picking from the correct bin, reducing errors and improving efficiency.