Spine format, in the context of the Spine Database Editor, refers to the supported file formats for importing and exporting data. The Spine Database Editor supports three formats: SQLite, JSON, and Excel. These formats allow users to manage and transfer data effectively within the editor and to/from other applications.
Here's a breakdown of each format:
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SQLite: A lightweight, disk-based database that doesn't require a separate server process. It's a self-contained, high-reliability, embedded SQL database engine.
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JSON (JavaScript Object Notation): A lightweight data-interchange format that is easy for humans to read and write and easy for machines to parse and generate. It is based on a subset of the JavaScript programming language.
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Excel: A proprietary commercial spreadsheet application written and distributed by Microsoft for the Microsoft Windows and macOS operating systems. Excel files provide a tabular format for storing data.
In essence, "Spine format" describes the different ways data can be structured and saved when working with the Spine Database Editor, offering flexibility depending on the user's needs and the compatibility with other software.
