Getting Started

Quick start

This quick start section is intended to show the minimum steps necessary to create and update database files. Minimal or no explanation is provided for each step and you must refer to the relevant sections for more comprehensive information.

  1. Install the SDB creator tool: To check whether the SDB tool is properly installed, run the following command on the command line:

    > sdb -h

    This command displays the list of options that can be used on the SDB Creator tool.

  2. Prepare input files: To create or update a database file, you must prepare the following input files:

    • For SQLite and DBMS database file, the input files required are an SQL file (with database schema definition and data in the form of standard SQL statements) and an SDB configuration file in XML format.

    • For Comms database file, the input file required is a comms database configuration file in CFG or XML format.

  3. Create a database: To create a database, run the following command:

    > sdb -m <mode value> [input file]

    Where -m can be sqlite, dbms or ced. You must specify the mode value.

  4. Update a database: To update an existing database file, run the following command:

    > sdb -m <mode value> -i <existing database filename> [input file]

Using the documentation

This section provides a brief introduction about each section in the SDB Creator Tool Guide. It makes you aware of the different sections, their purpose, and the way in which you must navigate through the guide to understand the tool better.

  • SDB Creator Tool Overview: Provides a detailed overview of SDB, its key concepts and typical uses, and describes how SDB works.

  • Using the SDB Creator Tool: Provides information about creating input files, configuring the tool and using the tool.

  • Reference: Provides reference information for the SDB commands' usage.