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Martini Data Files Flat File Types

Martini supports various types of flat files, each with its own structure and characteristics. Understanding these types is essential for effectively integrating flat file data within your projects.

Delimited Files

Delimited files are characterized by fields separated by specific characters, such as commas or tabs. Common examples include CSV (Comma-Separated Values) and tab-delimited files.

Example: 

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James,Smith
Thomas,Miller
Sarah,Clark
Elizabeth,Taylor

Fixed-width Column Files

Fixed-width column files have fields that are identified by fixed column widths. Values are typically padded with spaces to fit the specified width.

Example: 

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James     Smith
Thomas    Miller
Sarah     Clark
Elizabeth Taylor

Excel Spreadsheets

Excel spreadsheets in .xls or .xlsx format are also supported by Martini for flat file integration.

Understanding the structure and characteristics of each flat file type is crucial for configuring appropriate flat file services within the Martini Flat File Editor and ensuring accurate parsing and serialization of data.