Specifications
5. Creating and executing a flow
5.1 Performing the tutorial
In this tutorial we will build a simple flow in order to demonstrate designing and executing a
flow.
Functions of the tutorial flow
The tutorial flow shows how a small publisher automates reception of PDF files. The flow will:
1.
Get files from an FTP server.
2.
Get files from a network folder (for files delivered on a CD or other removable medium).
3.
Sort all files into PDF and non-PDF files.
4.
Deliver the PDF files to their printer through FTP.
5.
Notify the customer relations representative when non-PDF files come in.
Performing the tutorial
To perform the tutorial, follow the instructions provided in the topics of this book.
Proceed to the first topic: Creating the flow.
5.2 Creating a flow
1. Launch Switch so that it displays the workspace window
2. Click the tool button to ensure that the design view is displayed (see Configuring the
workspace in Workspace overview on page 32).
3. Create a new blank flow by clicking the tool button and following the instructions offered
by the flow wizard (see Creating a new flow on page 61).
4. Rename the flow to "Tutorial flow" by clicking on the flow name in the Flows pane (see
Changing flow properties on page 70).
5. Proceed to the next topic: Adding the input folder.
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