EA Connect - Custom Function Transformation Documentation
This documentation provides an overview of the Custom Function Transformation feature in EA Connect. The Custom Function Transformation allows users to write custom code to transform file data according to their specific requirements.
¶ Accessing the Custom Function Transformation
To access the Custom Function Transformation feature in EA Connect, follow these steps:
1.Open the EA Connect web application in your web browser.
2.Log in to your EA Connect account using your credentials.
3.Navigate to the "Build" menu.
4.Select the "Transformation" submenu.
5.Choose the "Custom Function" option.
¶ Create Custom Transformation Code
1.To perform custom data transformations using JavaScript, follow these steps:
2.Go to "Custom Function" section and click on “Create New” button.
3.Fill the required fields i.e, Name and Description for custom function Transformations.Then, click on “Save” button.
4.Now click on the ‘Edit Function' icon under the action column.
5.Write the custom code that defines the transformation logic based on your requirements inside the sample function. Then, click on “Save” button.
6.The file data of the input file is represented as an array parameter in the custom JavaScript code. This array contains the contents of the input file, allowing you to access and manipulate the data within your transformation logic.
7.The custom function code should always return an array.
8.To test the custom function code click on the “Test transformation” icon under the action column.
9.Provide your array in testArray value and click on the “Test” button to test and validate your custom transformation code to ensure it functions as expected.
10.The output of your custom code will display below the editor.
Ensure that the JavaScript code you write follows best practices and adheres to any guidelines or restrictions specified by EA Connect.
¶ Post-Transformation Operations
After performing the custom data transformation, EA Connect offer additional features and functionalities for post-transformation operations. These operations include:
- Data Validation: Providing options to validate the transformed data against predefined rules or criteria.
- Error Handling: Implementing error handling mechanisms to capture and handle any exceptions or issues encountered during the transformation.
- Check the EA Connect user interface for available options and functionalities related to post-transformation operations.
¶ Security and Considerations
When using the Custom Function Transformation feature in EA Connect with JavaScript, consider the following security and best practice considerations:
- Input Validation: Validate and sanitize input data to prevent any security vulnerabilities.
Following security and best practice guidelines will help protect your data and ensure the integrity of your custom data transformation processes.
¶ Conclusion
The Custom Function Transformation feature in EA Connect allows users to write custom JavaScript code to transform file data according to their specific requirements. By leveraging the provided input parameters and variables, users can manipulate and transform the data as needed. Ensure