Data Transformation Engine Getting Started

Chapter 3 - Learning NonStop DTE Products
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♦ Menus, Tools and Windows – Help is available for menu commands and tools in any main
window of a client product component as well as for active windows such as any Navigator,
properties window, the Organizer, a trace window and so on.
♦ Dialog – The use of each dialog is explained in a step-by-step fashion providing the information
you need to complete the dialog. Some tips and helpful hints or examples may also be provided.
♦ Table of Contents – Help topics are listed in the Table of Contents with a searchable Index
providing comprehensive information about using the Design Studio and related software
components.
♦ See Also – Some Help topics display a button at the top of the window for viewing related topics.
Where to Begin
This book, Getting Started, provides an overview of the Mercator product family and is a good place to
start. Then we suggest you use the
Design Studio Tutorial, a step-by-step tutorial with detailed examples
for creating type trees, and building and running maps. Once you have read the lessons and performed
each of the examples in the
Design Tutorial, you should then be familiar with the basic Mercator
concepts, the Type Designer and Map Designer programs, and the basic skills required to map data.
Learn by Example
Another source for learning about Mercator products is the Examples folder mentioned earlier. These
examples illustrate how to use Mercator products to accomplish a specific task. They should give you
ideas about how to achieve your goals in mapping your data.
In addition to the examples and manuals, extensive Help is available for each program.
Learn in Class
Need to get a large group of people going on Mercator products fast? A full range of instructional
courses is offered by Mercator on a regular basis at their training facilities. Training at your site can also
be arranged by special request. These courses are conducted by professional trainers and provide
extensive hands-on lab exercises to enhance the retention of important concepts.
Check Out Our Web Sites
For HP information, visit the HP web site at: http://www.HP.com/. For Mercator news, success stories,
upcoming events, and the latest product announcements, visit the Mercator Software web site at
http://www.mercator.com.