r/LabVIEW

It`s no longer offered on the NI website, but I'm looking for an old copy of the NI-DAQmx 8.9.5 software or iso image to try and salvage an old piece of equipment. I tried newer ones (9.0.0+) and the software using the nidaq libraries hangs after a couple of seconds of acquisition.

Would anyone have one of those ancient CDs and be willing to share? I can't get a valid download link off archive.org either even if I can find an old-enough grab of the NI support page.

Hello, I am a student currently working on a project using LabVIEW, and I would like to know the best library to ensure reliable communication between LabVIEW and a Raspberry Pi. I will be using the YOLOv26 model, and the communication protocol will be Bluetooth.

Hi everyone,

I’m currently getting an offer for a LabVIEW Application Developer role at an electrical/industrial company in India.

The work involves developing software from scratch for motor, transformer, and other electrical test panels. I’ll be integrating different meters/displays/instruments using Serial, LAN/Ethernet and other communication protocols, writing the LabVIEW G code, handling measurements/test logic, and generating test reports based on client requirements.

My background:

• B.Tech (Or B.E.) in Computer Science and Engineering
• Python + Data Science/ML
• C
• Arduino/ESP32
• PCB design
• Some IoT/hardware experience

My main concern is long-term career scope and job security.

Would LabVIEW + test automation be a good career path for someone with my background? Is it better to stay in this field for 2–3 years, or would ~1 year of experience be enough before moving toward Python/automation/data/embedded roles?

Also, how is the future of LabVIEW? Is it becoming outdated/dying, or is there still good demand in industrial automation, instrumentation, testing, etc.?

I'm particularly interested in hearing from people who have worked with LabVIEW/test automation and what their career progression looked like.

Btw I just graduated this year 2026, I currently have 1 year of robotics engineer experience in which i designed basic stuff around esp and arduino

Thanks!