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Interpreting an FME model can be challenging at times, so having a function that exports every transformer/tool used in the model and automatically providing an interpretation of their actions would be helpful. Is this possible in FME?

I know some users have designed this. You can make use of the workspace reader to create something like it. I believe they used bookmarks and transformer naming standards to make it readable.


I know some users have designed this. You can make use of the workspace reader to create something like it. I believe they used bookmarks and transformer naming standards to make it readable.

Documentation for the FMW reader: https://docs.safe.com/fme/html/FME-Form-Documentation/FME-ReadersWriters/fmw/fmw.htm


I do think it requires the developer to properly document the workspace. Any kind of automated system can probably tell you what is being done, but not why. And the why is at least as important, maybe even more.


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