Generator information

Generators transform the data in a source database column. You assign the generators to use. Tonic Structural offers a variety of generators to transform different types of data.

For details about how to assign and configure generators, and manage generator presets, go to Generator assignment and configuration.

You can also view this video overview of generators and how they work.

About the available generators

Generator summary

Summary list of generators.

Generator reference

Details about the characteristics and configuration options for each generator.

Generator API reference

Details about the structure of each generator assignment in the API.

Generator characteristics and types

Generator characteristics

Common generator characteristics to be aware of, such as consistency and linking.

Composite generators

Composite generators apply a generator to a specific data element or based on a condition.

Primary key generators

Learn about generators that you can apply to primary key columns.