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What does the code actually do? Is it a self-contained executable, or a set-up for WAMP, or what? What does it achieve? What are its advantages and disadvantages compared to emoncms.org, a RPi or another server? Those are the things people are likely to want to know, hence sort of terms that they might search for.

Trystan should decide where it goes - if he doesn't notice this thread, I'd suggest you attach the file (zipped if it's large or there are many individual files) to a post with a meaningful title that can be found by searching.

It's source code written in VB.net for readability.

It is a fairly basic Port reader that reads the data from a EmonTx and forwards it on to emoncms, thats all.

It does not replace emoncms !

It is handy if you don't have or want a Rpi or already have a windows server running 24/7 as I do.

It would be no good supplying an exe file as details for each setup are needed,such as Apikey

I could write a winForms program to be able to do this if anyone wanted me to,but this is a console app to keep it lightweight.

the only other thing it does which is handy is emails you if there is an error.

It's very easy to adapt though and you can get a version of visual studio free which is handy.

I suggest you write a short descriptive "advert" stating all that, and post it in a new thread, with an appropriate title. I see it as an alternative to the NanodeRF base and the RPi "rock solid" gateway base, so you might want to add that as well.

You also might like to add a description of the code. Even if there are detailed comments within the listing, I find an overview of what is happening in general terms very valuable (it's a matter of seeing the wood (forest) for the trees).

Should Trystan decide to promote it, that can be done easily once the words are written.

ok will do thanks