A record oriented, grammar driven data translation model

ABSTRACT

The Data Translation problem is the problem of translating data from one computer stored form into another, either with or without changing its original logical structure. A lot of work have been established in this field, but most of them are geared to the data encountered in the commercial and business environment. Another kind of data, namely the self-defining data which is very common in the humanities data processing environment, has received very little consideration. This paper examines both and proposes an unifying approach —a top down grammar driven method—to the generalized data translation problem.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.2 DATABASE MANAGEMENT
      H.2.1 Logical Design
          Subjects: Data models

Additional Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.2 DATABASE MANAGEMENT

General Terms:
Management