AutoDQM

AutoDQM parses DQM histograms and identifies outliers by various statistical tests for further analysis by the user. Its output can be easily parsed by eye on an AutoPlotter-based html page which is automatically generated when you submit a query from the AutoDQM GUI.

Example Page: http://uaf-8.t2.ucsd.edu/~jguiang/AutoDQM
AutoPlotter: http://github.com/jkguiang/AutoPlotter

Features

AutoDQM.py

• Outputs histograms that clearly highlight outliers
• Creates a .txt file along with each .pdf with relevant information on it
• Allows user to easily change input
• Seeks and accurately finds outliers

index.php

• Previews input in a readable way
• Gives a clear indication of the status of a user's query

search.php

• Allows user to quickly search data set names
• Allows user to quickly search file name from selected data set name
• Allows user to submit a retrieve query to index

database.php

• Automatically generates a list of DQM files currently stored in a local database
• Allows user to manually refresh DQM file list
• Allows user to submit a retrieve query to index

plots.php

• Dynamically displays text files below AutoPlotter toolbar
• Unique url's for sharing plots pages with the data and reference data set names

Using AutoDQM

Setup:

Clone this repository and move its contents to a public html directory, then run ./setup.sh to set up AutoDQM's directories.

Main Page:

1. Select sample name
   • Currently supported samples: SingleMuon, Cosmics
2. Enter data and reference information
3. Click submit.
   • After process is complete, you will be automatically redirected to the "plots" page

Search Page:

1. Enter a data set name into the search bar
   • Supported regex expressions: Wildcards *
2. Click the search button
3. Select a data or reference data set
   • If applicable, choose a run from the file list generated by clicking the "Get File List" button
4. Repeat for other data set if necessary
5. Click the "Submit" button
   • The submission form can be toggled by using the "toggle submit form" checkbox

Database Page:

1. Select one of the automatically updated data sets
2. Use the radio menu to channel selection into either the data or reference form
3. Click the "Submit" button