| Field |
Value |
|---|
| Name |
Upgrader |
| Description |
Upgrader is a simple Java-based tool that enables applications developers
to add software upgrade capability into their applications. An upgrade process typically
involves replacing the old version of the binaries with new version of the
binaries and performing data upgrades. It may also need to perform changes
to the directory structure. The data upgrade outlined above may involve changes to the
configuration files and/or database changes if the application uses a database.
This tool provides framework using which application developers can keep track of
changes to the application. Every time, there is a change in the database schema
or configuration files, the application developers can create a "patch" script
and add it to the "patch list". The Upgrader tool may be bundled with the
application and is typically invoked during the installation/upgrade. When it is invoked,
it determines the current patch level of the system, determines the patch scripts that
are needed to be executed, sequence the patch scripts and apply them. |
| Homepage |
http://www.cafesip.org/projects/common/upgrader
|
