25-May-2007

Analyzing RMS indexed files

There have been some recent discussions on C.O.V concerning RMS indexed file metadata.

A number of years ago, there was a DNSLink article with a Macro-32 example showing how to count the number of RRVs an indexed file currently has. I ported this procedure to C and added a few bits and pieces. Perhaps it would be useful for people to look at how this code traverses the metadata.

I've posted a zip file containing the source code in the usual place.

Posted at May 25, 2007 12:45 AM
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The classic tools for this are by Hien van den Heuval and a version of these are available on the VMS Freeware CDs. The man himself is also available for hire.

Posted by: Ian Miller at May 25, 2007 9:43 AM

Hmm, I was unaware of Hein's version of this code, which is written in BASIC. It also performs similar functionality. I would post the Macro-32 version, but it's copyright...

Posted by: Jim Duff at May 25, 2007 10:02 AM

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