I've been using MakeNl with a single .ctl file and calling it with the composite command to generate a compiled nodelist. So no contributions coming in or any automated processing of nodelist segments. I want to change that.

I have several nets in Zone 21 that can submit their segments and the do so using 'make net 4' etc.

Now I'm just trying to figure out how to accept them and I am wondering if
I need to jump through multiple .ctl file hoops to get to the point where I
can accept these files, then process them upwards to a full composite
nodelist file is created.

If I make composite can I use 'files' at the end of the .ctl file to incorporate the segments generated by nets?

Some guidance on best steps to set up processing please would be helpful :)

In Zone 21 I've just run one Zone, one region (rightly or wrongly) and then there's several 'host' entries that cover NET 1,2,3, etc...

I'm wondering if I'll need to restructure my nodelist in order to make it easier to automate segments being sent in and then being processed here?

Best, Paul

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Hi! Paul,

On 02/07/2021 05:04 PM, you wrote:

I'm wondering if I'll need to restructure my nodelist in order to make it easier to automate segments being sent in and then being processed here?

What you need is a good 'sandpit' You need to try these 'what if' ideas without affecting your production config. The 7-P principle works.

Get people involved. Some will volunteer; others may grumble but do it IAC. Net .ctl files can be data collection tools or direct input.

Cheers,
Paul.

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On 08 Feb 2021 at 06:12p, Paul Quinn pondered and said...

What you need is a good 'sandpit' You need to try these 'what if' ideas without affecting your production config. The 7-P principle works.

yes I've adopted that and have a new test .ctl file I am working with. Good thinking Batman..

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