Follow the instructions in these sections to code an Eclipse plugin for DB Change Manager that adds additional configuration parameters and values for configuration standards, archive jobs, and comparisons.
Create a project plugin
In order to start building a plugin, you need to create a new plugin platform in Eclipse.
To create a plugin project
- Select File > New > Other.
The Select a Wizard dialog appears. - Select Plugin Project, and then click Next.
- Type a name for the plugin in the appropriate field, and leave the remainder of the parameters as they appear.
- Click Next.
- Leave the parameters on the next screen as they appear, and then click Finish.
The new plugin project is created in Eclipse and is ready for plugin development.
Configure the target platform
The target platform for the plugin development process needs to be identified in DB Change Manager. The target platform indicates to the new plugin for what product it extends, and grants the plugin access to the system.
- Select Window > Preferences.
The Preferences dialog appears. - Choose the plugin Development > Target Platform node, and then click Browse.
- Navigate to the install directory for DB Change Manager, and then click Apply.
- Click OK.
The Preferences dialog closes and the target platform of the plugin is now indicated.