The Software Application IBM® Rational® DOORS® embodies a capability for customising the default tool-set using an adaptation of the C++ language called DOORS eXtension Language or DXL.
This language is a powerful tool when used correctly, as it can automate repetitive tasks, customise the look and feel of DOORS to meet specific needs, and process and manipulate large amounts of data within the DOORS database with little or no user interaction.
CiGi Technology have a vast library of functions and utilities that will reduce the administration burden of Users and DOORS database administrators and that streamlines the development of bespoke DXL scripts for DOORS 9.x.
All code produced is extremely robust, vigorously tested and checked to conform to our own exacting high standard as defined in the CiGi Technology DXL style guide . The code is always transportable and guaranteed to be database independent. The functionality has been checked for applicability up to DOORS version 9.6.1.10.
As well as standard DXL Attributes and a wealth of utilities, CiGi Technology welcome the opportunity to develop tailor made solutions. Please contact us for more information.
DOORS Administration
Example of a Project Menu
Simple Scripts – DXL Attributes
Simple Scripts – Identifying all DXL attributes in a database
Project Wide Information Structures
Using common modules
Global Search
Managing Users and Groups
Module Administration
Managing Links
Parse Login History
Update all Views in a Database
Identify Attributes and Types
Requirement Quality Analysis Utilities
Display Banned Words in Requirements
Display Requirements containing TBD or TBC
Display Requirements not set to ‘Requirement’
Display Oversize Requirements
Quick Spell Check
Metrics Collection
Quick Global Metrics
Metrics and Status Graphical Utility
Text Box Metrics collection
Percentage Bar Metrics
RAG Value Metrics
Progressive Assurance
Customer Acceptance Tool (CAT)
Manage, Review, Interact and Accept (MaRIA)
Adding Review Comments
Requirement Editor and Traceability Viewer
Document Manager
GSN Hazard Log Editor and Viewer
Configuration Control
Module Compare
Module Merger
History Viewer
Compare with Baseline Viewer
DXL Utilities Manual
To view the complete manual in pdf click here (please note that this is still work in progress and some sections that are not yet posted will not be complete). It will take a few seconds to load but its worth the wait:
DXL Style Guide
No one should be editing DXL without this unique publication built on decades of experience. To view an example of the DXL style guide in pdf click here. It will take a few seconds to load but its worth the wait:
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