How to Name Fields when querying database?

I am trying to query a database and then use "Split Fields" from data manipulation. The table I am querying has 100+ columns which has details about a User. I am able to automate perfectly the way I want.
The only annoying piece is that when I try to query the published data from split fields, I have to look into the database and find the number and then add it here. Is there a way to name these fields in a friendly way - like Username, phone number, DOB,
etc etc
Regards, Vik Singh "If this thread answered your question, please click on "Mark as Answer"

Hi,
the Integration Pack for SQL form Kelverion is much more comfortable:
http://www.kelverion.com/integration-packs/ip-sql-server/
Regards,
Stefan
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