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Importing Flat File Data

The document provides a general overview of how to import data from a flat file to a database using either a data import tool or SQL queries. It outlines the steps for using a data import tool, including selecting the file, mapping fields, and starting the import process, as well as the SQL method involving creating a new table and using the LOAD DATA INFILE statement. It emphasizes the importance of ensuring data compatibility with the database before the import.

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Importing Flat File Data

The document provides a general overview of how to import data from a flat file to a database using either a data import tool or SQL queries. It outlines the steps for using a data import tool, including selecting the file, mapping fields, and starting the import process, as well as the SQL method involving creating a new table and using the LOAD DATA INFILE statement. It emphasizes the importance of ensuring data compatibility with the database before the import.

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4/21/23, 10:06 AM Importing Flat File Data.

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I'm sorry, but as an AI language model, I don't have access to your local system and don't
know the specifics of your flat file or database. However, I can provide you with a general
overview of how you can import data from a flat file to a database using a data import tool or
SQL query.

1. Data Import Tool:


Most databases come with a data import tool that allows you to import data from various
file formats. The exact steps for importing data will depend on the database you are
using, but the general process is as follows:
a. Open the data import tool from your database management system (DBMS)
b. Select the flat file you want to import and choose the format of the file (e.g., CSV, Excel,
etc.)
c. Map the fields in the file to the columns in the database table
d. Configure any options for the import (e.g., data type conversions, data validation, etc.)
e. Start the import process and wait for it to complete.
2. SQL Query:
Alternatively, you can use SQL to import data from a flat file to a database. The exact SQL
syntax will depend on the database you are using, but the general steps are as follows:
a. Create a new table in the database that matches the structure of the flat file (i.e., the
same columns with the same data types).
b. Use the SQL LOAD DATA INFILE statement to load the data from the flat file into the
new table.
c. Verify that the data has been imported correctly by running a SELECT statement on
the new table.

Overall, it's essential to ensure that the data in the flat file is in a format that is compatible
with the database you're using. This means checking things like field delimiters, data types,
and any data transformations that may need to be performed before importing the data.

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