Online Documentation for Data Generator for InterBase/Firebird
EMS Data Generator FAQ
Please read this page attentively if you have questions about EMS Data Generator for Interbase/Firebird.
- What is Data Generator for InterBase/Firebird?
- What do I need to start working with EMS Data Generator for InterBase/Firebird?
- What is the easiest way to configure the template files for the console application of Data Generator?
- How can I register the product?
- Are there any limitations implied in the trial version as compared with the full one?
Question/answer list
Q: What is Data Generator for Interbase/Firebird?
A: Data Generator for Interbase/Firebird is a powerful utility for generating test data to several Interbase/Firebird database tables at once. The wizard application allows you to define tables for generating data, set value ranges, generate char and BLOB values, and many other features to generate test data in a simple and direct way. The utility also provides you with the console application which allows you to generate data in one touch by using generation templates.
Q: What do I need to start working with EMS Data Generator for Interbase/Firebird?
A: First of all you must have a possibility to connect to some local or remote Interbase/Firebird server to work with Data Generator for Interbase/Firebird. You can use the following link to download the latest commercial version of InterBase server: https://www.embarcadero.com/ or Firebird client/server: https://www.firebirdsql.org. Besides, you need your computer to satisfy the system requirements for Data Generator for Interbase/Firebird.
Q: What is the easiest way to configure the template files for the console application of Data Generator?
A: You can configure the template files for each table or export type visually using the Interbase/Firebird Data Generator wizard. Set the required generation options at Step 4 of the wizard, click the 'Tools' button and select the 'Save Template' popup menu item. All the options will be saved to the template file which can be used later in the console application.
Q: How can I register the product?
A: If you have already purchased Data Generator for Interbase/Firebird, you can register the product by entering the appropriate registration information. Please refer to Registration and How to register EMS Data Generator for details.
Q: Are there any limitations implied in the trial version as compared with the full one?
A: The trial version of the utility admits to the maximum of 100 records to be generated at a time. In all other respects it does not differ from the full version as far as the functionality is concerned. That is, you can test all the features implemented in Data Generator for Interbase/Firebird within the 30-day trial period.
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