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DDS Coding Standards for Files

The following general standards apply to coding DDS for all file types (PF, LF, DSPF, PRTF):

• A field reference file should be used, with all database field definitions based on it.
• If specified, the DDS REFFLD keyword should be on the same line as the field name:

  

• Where possible, both formats and fields should be coded in order of usage/appearance. For instance: (1) key format, (2) detail format, (3) confirm prompt.

The text specified for the DDS COLHDG keyword should be in lower case, as it is the origin of the field text seen on most documentation, and should furthermore be broken up into component words, if possible.