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Status colour Yellow title 5.4.2+
A Dynamic datasource is in fact a python plugin that allows you to get data when a page is loaded so no local copy is held in the Data Share database and is intended for use with My House layers. One example of a Dynamic Datasource would be retrieving current Bin Collection information by querying a Bin Collection Web Service. These are bespoke python plugins so if you would like to use this functionality then please call your Astun Consultant.
These plugins need to reside in the following folder:
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D:\Astun\iShare\5n.4interimn\WebApps\WebService\config\DynamicDataSource |
We have provided a examples.zip file in this location.
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For iShare versions prior to 5.4.8 it is advisable that you contact your Astun Consultant if you wish to configure a Dynamic Datasource. |
When you select to add a new Dynamic datasource you will see the following dialog.
Until one or more have been created you will not see any entries for selection.
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Now you can make a selection. Once you have selected the required plugin you can use the Test button. You should see a "Test successful" dialog displayed.
Once you are happy with your connection details click OKclick OK you will be able to configure the General Data Share Connection Details.
Now that you have selected your python plugin you can configure the Display Name and Query Field.
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- As a Property Lookup Datasource in a Virtual Layer - where the Query Field must match the UPRN e.g.
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On a normal Spatial Layer by clicking on the Data Share button to Include Data Share Information and selecting your Dynamic Datasource Name. This allows you to include information (fields) from your Dynamic Data Share connection.
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