John Doty wrote: > On Dec 20, 2007, at 7:07 AM, Steve Meier wrote: >> I have expressed concerns that the data isn't flat and thus isn't >> suitable for flat files. > > The maps within a relational database *are* flat, and may be > expressed as flat files. I have seen such an implementation. So, I > think this is a false dichotomy.
Flat files might be bad to try and use on a chip design, or large board, but then you could choose not to write them. I think the flat files can be a path to results, then be made optional when a good working database is hooked in, and giving results. Trying to make the database optional even after developing its use sounds hard. Is there opposition to a database? No database ever would be limiting... John Griessen -- Ecosensory Austin TX _______________________________________________ geda-user mailing list geda-user@moria.seul.org http://www.seul.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/geda-user