# Application Examples

### About the Application Examples

The Clarity LIMS Application Examples use example scripts to help you learn how to work with REST and EPP (automation) scripts. Application examples are larger scripts that teach you how to do something useful. The purpose of these examples is to get you scripting quickly.

Be aware that the application examples differ from purchased Clarity LIMS integrations:

* Purchased LIMS integrations cannot be modified. Because Illumina guarantees specific functionality when using integrations, any code or script modifications must only be performed by the Illumina Integrations or Support teams.
* Application examples are learning tools that are intended to be modified. The application examples follow best practices in terms of over-all script construction; however, their exact functions are less critical than the integrations.

{% hint style="info" %}
The API documentation includes the terms External Program Integration Plug-in (EPP) and EPP node. As of Clarity LIMS v5.0, these terms are deprecated. The term EPP has been replaced with automation. EPP node is referred to as the Automation Worker or Automation Worker node. These components are used to trigger and run scripts, typically after lab activities are recorded in the LIMS.
{% endhint %}

The best way to get started is to download the example script and try it out. Once you have seen how the script works, you can dissect it and use the pieces to create your own script.


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