SUMMARY
The discussion focuses on converting .fits files to .txt format in batch. The user initially utilized the fv viewer, which only supports single file conversion. A suggestion was made to create a batch file for command line execution, although the user confirmed that the program they used was a GUI. Ultimately, the user found a workaround for their batch conversion needs.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of .fits file format and its applications in astronomy.
- Familiarity with command line operations and batch file creation.
- Experience with GUI-based software for file conversion.
- Basic knowledge of scripting for automation tasks.
NEXT STEPS
- Research batch file scripting techniques for file conversion.
- Explore alternative tools for batch conversion of .fits files, such as FITS Liberator or Astropy.
- Learn about command line utilities for file format conversion, such as ImageMagick or FFmpeg.
- Investigate the use of Python libraries for handling .fits files, specifically Astropy's fits module.
USEFUL FOR
Astronomers, data analysts, and software developers involved in processing astronomical data files, particularly those needing efficient batch conversion methods.