library

1	A file used when creating or running a program. For example, Windows library files are dynamic link libraries. UNIX library files are shared libraries.

2

In BIRT technology, a collection of reusable and shareable report elements. A library can contain data sets, data sources, embedded images, JavaScript code, styles, and visual report items. A report developer uses a report designer to develop a library and to retrieve report elements from a library for use in a report design.

Related terms

Business Intelligence and Reporting Tools (BIRT) technology, data set, data source, design, dynamic link library (DLL), image, JavaScript, report element, report item, style

Contrast with

file types

© Copyright OpenText Corp. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy

BIRT iHub 2