Not1MM is a new contest logger for Linux that is written in Python. It is currently in beta release, but it already has a number of features that make it a promising option for contest loggers.
One of the things that sets Not1MM apart from other contest loggers is its focus on customization. Users can create their own plugins to add new features or to customize the logger to their own specific needs. This makes Not1MM a very flexible logger that can be used for a wide variety of contests.
Another advantage of Not1MM is that it is cross-platform. It can be run on any Linux distribution, and it can also be run on Windows and macOS using Docker. This makes it a good option for hams who use multiple operating systems.
Not1MM is still under development, but it is already a very promising contest logger. It is free and open source, and it has a number of features that make it a good option for both new and experienced contest loggers.
Features
- Cross-platform
- Customizable
- Easy to use
- Supports a variety of contests
- Free and open source
Getting Started
To get started with Not1MM, you can download it from the GitHub repository. You can also install it using PyPi if you are already familiar with Python.
Once you have installed Not1MM, you can launch it by running the following command:
not1mmThis will open the Not1MM main window. From here, you can create a new contest log or open an existing one.
Creating a New Contest Log
To create a new contest log, click on the “File” menu and select “New.” This will open the New Contest Log dialog box.
In the New Contest Log dialog box, you will need to enter the following information:
- Contest name
- Start date
- End date
- Time zone
Once you have entered all of the required information, click on the “OK” button to create the new contest log.
Opening an Existing Contest Log
To open an existing contest log, click on the “File” menu and select “Open.” This will open the Open Contest Log dialog box.
In the Open Contest Log dialog box, navigate to the location of the contest log that you want to open and select it. Then, click on the “Open” button to open the contest log.
Using Not1MM
Not1MM is a very easy-to-use contest logger. The main window is divided into two panes. The left pane shows a list of all of the contacts that you have logged. The right pane shows a detailed view of the selected contact.
To log a new contact, simply enter the callsign of the other station in the “Callsign” field and click on the “Log” button. Not1MM will automatically fill in the other fields with the current date, time, and frequency.
You can also use Not1MM to track your progress in a contest. The “Contest” menu contains a number of options that you can use to view your score, see the current standings, and generate a Cabrillo log.
Conclusion
Not1MM is a promising new contest logger for Linux. It is cross-platform, customizable, and easy to use. It is still under development, but it already has a number of features that make it a good option for both new and experienced contest loggers.
https://github.com/mbridak/not1mm