Smart Field Naming with AI in AttributeManager

Hi everyone,

I’d like to share an idea that could significantly streamline our workflows in FME Form, particularly when working with a lot of fields with the AttributeManager.

Imagine this: an AI-powered enhancement that automatically detects and intelligently renames attribute fields based on your past workbenches or predefined naming preferences.

🔍 Here’s how it could work:

• The AI would analyze field names like horizon_canopy_trees_percentage and suggest a cleaner, more intuitive name like CANOPY_PERCENTAGE.
• It could learn from your previous projects to suggest consistent naming conventions.
• You could set parameters such as:
  • Use of capital letters or snake_case
  • Abbreviation rules
  • Context-aware naming (e.g., recognizing that “canopy” and “percentage” are key descriptors)
• Share an Excel file with fields name that the AI could associate with the fields in the AttributeManager.

💡 Why this matters:

• Reduces manual renaming effort
• Promotes consistency across projects
• Makes workspaces easier to read and maintain
• Saves time, especially in large or complex datasets

I believe this could be a powerful addition to FME’s smart automation capabilities. I’d love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or any ideas to expand on this concept!