XMLPropWorks

I tried running the install, but the first thing it said is some of my
files are out of date. I am leary about updating any files from
installers like this, considering my PC is usually up-to-date.

It doesnt tell me what files are out-of-date, any ideas?

 

Installer is quite old, in my case it asked several times should my
newer files be kept or not...I kept all my current files. (XP pro sp2).
Are you sure it was really telling that your files where old, not newer?

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regards

Markku Lehtola
Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP)

www.markkulehtola.net

 

I'll have to look into that. Thanks.

H'mmm. Okay, I've duplicated this. It's a function of attempting to
get physical properties of an empty model. I'll put in some error
checking here. Great. I'll tweak that and post a new dll on the
website for everyone to grab. Probably won't be until tomorrow tho'.

You might be right. Unfortunately, it would be a MAJOR rewrite to
convert it to some other sort of setup. The XML made parsing the
setup file very easy.

Thanks so far,
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Chris

 

I've put in some error checking for the situation where a zero
quantity may result for a physical property.

The non-functionality when the file isn't saved has been fixed as
well.

To all those who grabbed a copy, use the same link I e-mailed to you,
but replace the zip with dll. Then put this in your install
directory.

Let me know how it works.

If anyone is interested in a non-dll version (.exe) let me know and
I'll put it on the site.

Thanks,

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Chris

 

Hi Chris

I would be interested

John Layne
www.solidengineering.co.nz

 

Im not sure what im doing wrong. I ran the install, but I dont see any
addin or new pull-down or toolbars in SolidWorks. Is there something
else im suppose to run besides the install?

 

SW Monkey kirjoitti:

Tools-Add-Ins -> XMLPropWorks should be found there

 

Nope. Im using SW 2005, is that supported?

 

SW Monkey kirjoitti:

Oops, sorry, my mistake. you have to register the dll first by opening
it with SW (normal File-Open, selected filetype Add-Ins (*.dll)), then
you can see it at Tools-Add-Ins...

 

Chris,
I accidently deleted the email you sent. Can you resend...thanks.
Derek

 

Done,

Please remember to grab the new copy of the dll per an earlier
message.


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Chris

 

Hi all,

My ISP informed me this morning that I'm nearing my bandwidth limit
this month. (You don't get a lot for $6 a year!), so I took
XMLPropWorks down from my website. So all those links I sent out will
now be dead.

It's been a month since I let a dozen people or so beta test it. I've
gotten a few responses, but nothing earthshattering.

What's the verdict folks?

Useable, or not worth the trouble? Better with changes? I've got a
couple of ideas for v1.0, but am holding on to those until I get some
response from the beta testers

Thanks

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Chris

 

Chris,

Any chance I could get a lick in this late in the game? If you google
you can email me. I've given swCP3 a good thrashing and really think
his approach is the way to go.

 

I'll send you a usendit link.
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Chris

 

Chris,

Thanks. XMLPad is really cool too.

 

Most assuredly.

I'm looking into the functional requirements for XMLPropWorks. I'll
get back to you.



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Chris

 

I've not gotten a lot of feedback on XMLPropWorks, so either it's way
to much of a pain to set up, or it's the greatest thing since sliced
bread.

Beta testers, which is it?

I ask, as I'm contemplating the next step. I'm a photographer and I
use iMatch to manage my graphic files. The neat thing about iMatch is
it has a VERY powerful scripting capability. I've been corresponding
with the author of iMatch and he assures me that getting SolidWorks
files cataloged in iMatch is doable.

iMatch is inexpensive ($60) and would make a really nice replacement
for Columbus which I had written apps for in the past. Arup went to a
commercial model a while back and there are still way to many bugs in
displaying non-AutoCAD files to spend any further time writing front
ends for Columbus. The free version is still available, but you
cannot use it on any files not on your computer. A fatal limitation
in my view.

Have a look at iMatch http://www.photools.com. Would the capability
to manage SolidWorks files in iMatch be of use to anyone? If so, what
kind of functionality would you like to see built in? I have a
question into the author about moving files in iMatch. I'm hoping I
could build a script which would reconnect file references if a file
was moved (or renamed, etc), something like Explorer. This would be
really cool. iMatch has some really good cataloging tools which would
be exceedingly handy for managing files. This could be fairly
powerful if done right.

Combining this functionality with XMLPropWorks might be a really neat.
It would allow for effective file management without the restrictions
of a full blown PDM.

Opinions?
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Chris

 

Chris
Would it be possible to get a copy of XML Prop Works for review?
Thanks

 

Chris,

I agree that being able to add SWX files to Imatch would be cool. Have
you consider integrating the SWX container into Gallery
(http://gallery.menalto.com/) instead?

I have a gallery install running at: www.montie.com/gallery if you
would like to see it.

What about adding a SWX container to an RSS feed. Not sure how I would
use that, but I could imagine that there could be some nice uses of
that.

Another possibility would be to add the SWX container to the RSS feed
imbedded into a open source blog (like the one at www.outshine.com).

Could I get a copy of the latest version of XMLprops?

Would you like for me to host the file downloads at montie.com?

Thanks,
Montie
Montie Design
www.montie.com

 

Talking to Mario about the iMatch front end, it seems like it's
doable, but I need to do some investigation as to the capability. I
wanted to be able to attach some functionality to the iMatch file
function stuff, but I'm told there is no ability to do that :<.

The gallery thing is interesting. I'll have to look at it further

Nice photies!

A user has offered assistance in getting XMLPropWorks to the next
step. I've asked him to develop the schema for SQL and XML output
summary files. Once we have that, some tools will have to be written
to create the table functionality from the setup files and then we are
good to go. It would seem to me that once you have XML data, RSS
feeds are not that far behind, but I am DEFINITELY not an RSS feed
expert.

I'll have to look at this. I'm still a RSS noob.

I've sent you an e-mail

Thank you for the feedback.
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Chris