Move configuration setup outside of setup functions

[nnyyxxxx]

Type of Change

• [x] New feature
• [x] Refactoring

Description

as of right now everything is clumped into 1 function, having separate functions for these would be much better.

Testing

Works perfectly.

Impact

Cleans up code makes everything more readable

Issue related to PR

• Resolves #408

Checklist

• [x] My code adheres to the coding and style guidelines of the project.
• [x] I have performed a self-review of my own code.
• [x] My changes generate no errors/warnings/merge conflicts.