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Author(s): David Sauder

Publication date: March 1993

Citation: David Sauder: "Data Probe Users Guide," NISTIR 5141, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, MD, 1993.

Availability:

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  • A paper copy of this document is available by contacting Kristy Thompson [web,email]
Abstract:
Data Probes are software tools build using the emerging international Standard for the Exchange of Product Model Data -- commonly referred to at STEP. A Data Probe is created, edit, or view data that conforms to the specification found in the information model from which it is created. It is also used to conveniently view information model.

Data Probe was built at the National Institute of Standards and Technology to assist in the development of STEP. A Data Probe may, however, be used by anyone that wishes to create and edit data corresponding to an information model. Data Probe is available as public domain software.

This document explains what Data Probes are, discusses what is involved in creating a Data Probe, explains how to run a Data Probe, and provides a detailed explanation of the commands needed to use a Data Probe.

Attention users of these documents: The information contained in these files should not be altered in any way. Attempts to change these files will adversely impact the integrity of the information and its usefulness. It is intended for use as is and will lose its usefulness if changed.

 

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