VMS::IndexedFile offers the ability to read and write hashes, making it a versatile tool for data storage and retrieval. With simple commands, this software provides efficient and effective solutions for managing large datasets.
The module is easily installed and can be loaded with the "use VMS::FlatFile" statement. Creating an instance is as simple as specifying the file name, access (read-only or read-write), and key number. The provided code gives a demo on how to get, put, and delete a record.
This module can also be used as a base class, which can be derived to build more complex custom classes. To do so, the module must be loaded and derived within the package. This allows for the overriding of the "new" and "_initialize" functions, giving you the ability to define your instance creation and initialization.
Overall, this module provides a concise and efficient way to manage hashed data in VMS environments. With its ability to be easily implemented and expanded upon, it offers a lot of flexibility to developers looking to create their own custom classes.
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