Web Tools Module (Borland Genetics)

Web Tools Module Summary

The Web Tools module is one of the software modules in the Borland Genetics Web Tools and Database. This module contains core site classes and methods essential for the overall functioning of the site. It includes various tools and utilities that support the site's operations, ensuring robust data management and user interaction.

The module currently consists of the following classes:

Name	Extends	Description
Tool		Contains methods common to all Borland Genetics tools
SiteAdministrationTool	Tool	Abstract class to group site administration tools for software development purposes.
BGData		Abstract parent class for data classes.
DataRow	BGData	Manages individual data rows within a table.
LookupRow	DataRow	Manages data rows that primarily for the purpose of doing lookups and have no context-specific methods.
DataPair	BGData	Manages pairs of data records.
DataBatch	BGData	Manages batches of data records.
DataTable	BGData	Represents a table of data within the database.
DatabaseIntegrityScan	SiteAdministrationTool	Scans the database for integrity and consistency.
AdminTools	SiteAdministrationTool	Provides administrative tools for site management.
BGMath		Abstract parent class for math classes.
BGScience		Abstract parent class for scientific modeling classes.

Class Hierarchy and Extensibility

All classes in the Web Tools module are designed to support the core functionality of the site. Some classes, such as `DatabaseIntegrityScan` and `AdminTools`, extend the `Tool` class to provide specific functionalities. The other classes are top-level classes essential for data management and site operations.