Re: gEDA-user: Multiple user libraries, parametrized components

["a r" <nbs.public@xxxxxxxxx>]

On Jan 19, 2008 6:35 PM, John Griessen <john@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> a r wrote:
> >> [jg] Library search path is a good concept for dealing with this.
> >> Proven in chip design setting to be low enough hassle, flexible.
> >
> > Can you tell me how to set this path? That's what I'm looking for.
> >
>
> [jg]It's just a concept so far -- not implemented.

OK.

> >>> Also, is it possible to refer to an actual cell name / library name
> >>> etc. from the symbol?
> >> [jg]Sounds too complex, labor intensive.
> >
> > How component name conflicts are resolved then?
>
> First one found wins.  If it was done yet.

One very typical use pattern is to copy whole library to another place
(for backup, for reference for later changes). Without an explicit
cell/library names this is asking for trouble.

I understand that using explicit library names can be labour intensive
(e.g. every time a cell/library is copied to another location its
references need to be updated). How about a configuration editor then?
A tool that can override library search order, or even permit explicit
setting "this time take this cell from lib_B not from lib_A".

-r.


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