Working with a Data Dictionary

A Data Dictionary file is a complete XML reference of the database schema.

The general steps for modifying the database schema:

  1. BACKUP YOUR DATABASE
  2. Edit the .SchemaEditor configuration file for your environment
  3. Export the Schema to a File
  4. Modify the Schema File
  5. Preview the changes
  6. Apply the changes to the database

See Also

Working with SchemaEditor

Quick Start

.SchemaEditor files

Command Line Options

Working with SchemaScript

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