Convert FPT to DDR

Understanding the fpt and ddr file formats

FPT files are FoxPro Memo files, commonly used alongside FoxPro database tables (DBF files) to store large text or binary data that doesn't fit in standard table fields. These files are essential for applications built with FoxPro or Visual FoxPro, as they hold extended data referenced by the main database.

DDR files, on the other hand, are less standardized and can refer to different formats depending on the software. In the context of databases, DDR often stands for Data Dictionary Report or Data Definition Report, which are files that describe the structure, schema, or metadata of a database. They are typically used for documentation or migration purposes.

How to convert fpt to ddr

Direct conversion from FPT (FoxPro Memo) to DDR (Data Dictionary Report) is not a standard operation, as these formats serve different purposes: FPT stores data, while DDR describes database structure. However, if your goal is to extract memo data and include it in a database schema report, you can follow these steps:

1. Use a database tool like DBF Viewer 2000 or DBF Manager to open your FoxPro DBF and FPT files.
2. Export the database structure and memo field contents. In DBF Viewer 2000, use File → Export → Structure to save the schema, and File → Export → CSV to extract data, including memo fields.
3. Combine the exported structure and memo data into a report format (such as CSV, TXT, or XML) that matches your DDR requirements.
4. If you need a specific DDR format, use a database documentation tool like Dataedo or DBSchema to import your DBF structure and generate a DDR file.

Recommended software for fpt to ddr conversion

• DBF Viewer 2000: Excellent for viewing and exporting FoxPro DBF and FPT files.
• Dataedo: Ideal for generating data dictionary reports from database structures.
• DBSchema: Useful for visualizing and documenting database schemas, including exporting DDR files.

Summary

While there is no direct one-click converter for FPT to DDR, you can extract memo data from FPT files and use database documentation tools to create a DDR file that documents your database structure and contents. DBF Viewer 2000 and Dataedo are highly recommended for this process.