Custom Algorithm Plugin into CC&B

Question

Hi i want to write simple algorithm using sdk,can any one pls explain me the procedure to write the algorithm
i have some doubts
1.where we have to write main logic
2.How can i send the perameters to algorithm & retrieve result.
3. our algorithmspot should be empty or it should consist _impl methods also
4. what is the purpose of softparameters
where can i find doc/material for sample algorithm ,
thanks and regards
sivaram

Answer 1

To write an algorithm first you nee to identify the Algorithm Spot (call out places where the algorithm is called from).
*1.where we have to write main logic*
The main logic goes inside the _Impl class (custom class ) implementing the Algorithm Spot interface.
*2.How can i send the perameters to algorithm & retrieve result.*
When you define your Algorithm Type from the Admin Menu you give the Algorithm Component class as program name generated once you run artifact generator after creating _Impl class. Also on Algorithm Type you define parameters that this Algorithm type supports.
While creating the _Impl class you define Soft paramters which corresponds to the Algorithm Type paramter definition.
*3. our algorithmspot should be empty or it should consist _impl methods also*
Algorthim Spot interface is internal to the framework. It is Framework owned .
*4. what is the purpose of softparameters*
Soft paramters corresponds to the Algorithm Type paramter definition.The _Gen class has the methods for the soft parameters (as specified on the Algorithm Type definition).
Once the Algorithm Type is defined, define the Algorithm and link it to the Algorithm Type.
Attach the Algorithm to the business component.
Hope this is clear.
Edited by: chesplay on Mar 15, 2011 4:13 AM