Dear all
Many of the messages I have added to the list recently are rather technical in nature. This is just a short notice on how mode of work will be from now on:
Until now - since 1999 and 2003/4 we have:
Data definition, docuemtation and Entry: Epidata Entry Analysis: EpiData Analysis
From now on:
The manager: The project manager creates data entry forms and structures data collection using the software "EpiData (data) Manager". This can be used in a "point and click" manner visually including adding checks, jumps and ranges.
Once the database is structured and ready. The file, e.g. outbreak.epx can be given to those entering data. The one "physical" file contains all information including definition of fields, range, value labels, jumps etc.
The data entry person would then acquire the "EpiData EntryClient", which can be used to enter actual data into the file. Adding records just as in the current EpiData Entry software.
In other words we separated current functionality into: Project management, data definition and documentation: EpiData Manager Data Entry: Epidata EntryClient Analysis: EpiData Analysis
All of these are available from the testing page: Http://www.epidata.dk/testing.php
We are now (struggling) to implement all decided functionality, such that a public release will be available as soon as possible. There is still some adaptations and developments to do, but we are approaching the public release. It is therefore welcomed that you look at the new software and join the commenting on the EpiData List - just as many of you have already done.
Regards Jens Lauritsen EpiData Association