Lorax (Borland Genetics)
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Lorax Module Summary
The Lorax module is one of the software modules in the Borland Genetics Web Tools and Database. This module contains classes and methods related to family tree and donor/profile management. It provides tools for managing and displaying user profiles, family tree nodes, and related events. The word "donor" appears in many class names because historically, profiles were associated with DNA donors. With the expansion of the site's tools to include family tree functionality, profiles are no longer required to be linked to any DNA kits. Additionally, the profiles of reconstructed ancestors, while linked to DNA kits, did not actually donate their DNA.
The module currently consists of the following classes:
| Name | Extends | Description |
|---|---|---|
| DonorRow | DataRow | Core methods related to individual profiles (whether DNA donors or just family tree nodes). |
| DonorBatch | DataBatch | Performs batch operations on selected profiles. |
| DonorForm | HTMLForm | Contains HTML form elements related to profiles. |
| ProfileScreens | Tool | Contains database screens for individual profile actions. |
| ProfileToolbox | Toolbox | Provides a set of tools for profile management. |
| Progeny | DonorBatch | Contains a focus profile and the profiles of selected descendants. |
| Pedigree | DonorBatch | Contains a focus profile and the profiles of selected ancestors. |
| ParentChild | DonorBatch | Contains methods pertaining to a parent and child profile pair. |
| FamilyGroup | DonorBatch | Contains methods pertaining to the profiles of a family group. |
| DonorView | BGUserInterface | Contains core functions for displaying individual profiles. |
| DonorCard | DonorView | Displays a profile as a card. |
| DonorTreeNode | DonorView | Displays a profile as a node in a family tree. |
| EventRow | DataRow | Methods related to individual family tree events. |
| EventBatch | DataBatch | Methods related to batches of family tree events. |
| EventTypeTable | DataTable | Maps the various types of family tree events to their database codes. |
| EventForm | HTMLForm | Includes form elements related to family tree events. |
| RelationshipManager | Tool | Manages relationships between profiles. |
| GlobalSearch | Tool | Allows the user to search for a profile by performing a global database search. |
Class Hierarchy and Extensibility
All classes in the Lorax module are designed to manage and display user profiles and family tree events. Some classes extend from core site modules like `DataRow`, `DataBatch`, `HTMLForm`, and `Tool`, ensuring robust data management and integration with other site functionalities.