Creating a DFDL schema file by using the New Message Model wizard

Use the New Message Model wizard to create DFDL schema files.

About this task

You can use DFDL schema to model various data formats, including:

Comma Separated Value (CSV).
Record-oriented.
COBOL data structures. For an overview of how to use the COBOL importer, go to the Rational Application Developer for WebSphere® Version 8.5.5 product documentation online and search for COBOL Importer overview.
C Header files. Some restrictions apply; see Importing from C (DFDL): restrictions.
Custom text or binary.

Open the New Message Model wizard by using one of the following methods:
- In the navigator, click New, then click Message Model ....
- Right-click the white space of the navigator, then click New > Message Model ....
Step through the wizard, clicking Next to move to a new panel, and clicking Finish when you have entered the information required to create your DFDL schema.
Your new DFDL schema is created, and is displayed in your application or library.

Next:

The schema file is opened in the DFDL editor, and you can edit it immediately.