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10 May 2011, 5:08 AM

saminca

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Various Data-Feeds

I am receiving data-feed from various vendors, what is the best way to import data into the database?

Additional information:

I would like to compare new data-feeds with what's in the database before importing.

Should I keep all vendors data in one database or should I use multiple databases?

Thank you in advance for assistance.

10 May 2011, 7:42 AM

kobra

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Re: Various Data-Feeds

I am receiving data-feed from various vendors, what is the best way to import data into the database?

Should I keep all vendors data in one database or should I use multiple databases?
The feeds will not be in a form that can be used by ZenCart
The records/fields will not have matching identifiers

Most use a spreadsheet and csv to create a proper insertion

easy populate or apsona are 3rd party modules that assist

easy populate has a wiki article too aid in use