The Datatrieve-11 Summary Description serves as a high-level guide to the Datatrieve-11 data management tool. It includes:
- Conceptual Overview: Explains how Datatrieve-11 facilitates data definition, storage, and retrieval, emphasizing its fourth-generation, English-like syntax.
- Feature Highlights: Covers key features such as the Report Writer, Guide Mode, the Application Design Tool (ADT), and distributed data access via DECnet.
- Documentation Directory: Provides objectives, intended audiences, and summaries for all technical manuals in the Datatrieve-11 set, including the User's Guide, Reference Manual, and Call Interface Manual.
- Reference Material: Includes an extensive glossary of terms and a comprehensive master index for the documentation suite.