Datatrieve-11

This guide provides instructions on using DATATRIEVE-11 for inquiring, updating, and maintaining data stored in files.

Key topics covered in the manual include: * DATATRIEVE Concepts: Definitions of files, records, domains, and data dictionaries. * Getting Started: How to invoke the software, manage sample domains, use startup files, and utilize help/guide modes. * Data Management: Instructions for defining data dictionaries, domains, records, and files (sequential vs. indexed). * Data Manipulation: Using statements to store, select, modify, and erase records, including record selection expressions (RSEs). * Advanced Functionality: Creation and usage of procedures, command files, and variables for complex automation. * Views and Hierarchies: Defining and using view domains and hierarchical records for efficient data retrieval. * Administrative Tasks: Controlling access to dictionary objects via access control lists (ACLs) and maintenance using utilities like QCPRS and QXTR.