etlplus.file.dat

etlplus.file.dat module.

Helpers for reading/writing data (DAT) files.

Notes

  • A DAT file is a generic data file that may use various delimiters or fixed-

    width formats.

  • Common cases:
    • Delimited text files (e.g., CSV, TSV).

    • Fixed-width formatted files.

    • Custom formats specific to certain applications.

  • Rule of thumb:
    • If the file does not follow a specific standard format, use this module

      for reading and writing.

Classes

DatFile()

Handler implementation for DAT files.