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Importing text file into database table - C#

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Hello all,

I'm still learning about c# and I have a major function that I need to write (in a forms application), and I have no idea how to go about it. Here's the scenario:

I have a text file that contains all the data needed for a database table (MS SQL Server). I know the location and length of each field within the text file.

Can anyone explain to me (I know it may be quite involved) how I can read the text file, pull out the fields I need and place the data in a sql table?

If you can help I will greatly appreciate it.

Thanks,
narpet
Dec 27 '06 #1
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narpet
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Follow up... I really need help with this and haven't found any solutions yet. If anyone knows of how I can do this I would really appreciate it.

Thanks,
narpet
Jan 8 '07 #2
kenobewan
4,871 Expert 4TB
Here is one way to read file:
Reading Text Files in an ASP.NET Web Page

Then use a data adapter to insert it into your database.

Hope that this helps.
Jan 9 '07 #3

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