Of course, let's integrate everything into a cohesive guide. --- ## **Using the `exn` Module: A Comprehensive Guide** The `exn` module serves as a connector, enabling communication between various components in a messaging infrastructure. This guide will take you through the basics to advanced usage of the module. ### **Overview** - **Core Components:** - **Bootstrap**: A foundational class setting up the readiness state. - **CoreHandler**: Manages connection start, message reception, and timed tasks. - **EXN**: Main connector class initializing connections and configurations. ### **Basic Usage** 1. **Initialize** the `EXN` class: ```python connector = connector.EXN('ui', bootstrap=Bootstrap()) ``` 2. **Run** the connector to start: ```python connector.start() ``` ### **Advanced Usage** #### **1. Enabling Health and State Monitoring** The `EXN` class offers two flags: `enable_health` and `enable_state`. - **`enable_health`:** Enables a scheduled publisher that sends a health-check ping at regular intervals. - **`enable_state`:** Activates the `StatePublisher` to manage and signal the lifecycle states of the component. **Gradual Implementation:** **a. Basic Setup (No Flags):** ```python connector = connector.EXN('ui', bootstrap=Bootstrap()) ``` **b. Health Monitoring:** ```python connector = connector.EXN('ui', bootstrap=Bootstrap(), enable_health=True) ``` **c. Lifecycle State Monitoring:** ```python connector = connector.EXN('ui', bootstrap=Bootstrap(), enable_health=True, enable_state=True) ``` #### **2. The `ready` Function** The `ready` function in your Bootstrap class is called when the component is initialized. Use it to perform specific operations at startup: Example: ```python def ready(self, context): if context.has_publisher('state'): context.publishers['state'].starting() ``` #### **3. The Importance of the 'key' Argument** Each publisher is identified using a unique 'key', which is crucial when handling multiple publishers: Example: ```python context.publishers['state'].starting() ``` Here, 'state' is the 'key' for a specific publisher, directing it to send a 'starting' signal. ### **Working with Context** The `Context` class in the `core` section aids in managing publishers and consumers within the application. Here's how: - Register a publisher: ```python context.register_publisher(publisher) ``` - Check if a publisher exists: ```python context.has_publisher('key') ``` - Build an address from a link: ```python context.build_address_from_link(link) ``` ### **Conclusion** The `exn` module provides a robust platform for component communication, health and lifecycle management, and more. Whether you're looking for simple connectivity or advanced message routing with multiple publishers, this module has got you covered. --- This documentation offers an inclusive overview and guide for the `exn` module. Tailor it as per your specific project requirements or as the module evolves.