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Data Dictionary

The data dictionary is Web-D-Zine's( WDZ ) key building block. As you build your tables, all you need to select the information that you want to include. A data dictionary can really help with data that needs to be stanardized and it can also help you to get a project off the ground quickly.

Editing Data dictionary

Choice information

This information is used to create a drop down combo from which you can choose the preset information below. Use Bundle to split the combos up into manageable selections

Main information

The name of the particular information plus additional coding that is required

Database

How the information is stored in the database

Display

How the information is to be displayed, plus additional information for labels and documentation

Form

Governs how the form will display the information

Other information

Is the field searchable, is it required for the table sort etc.