labBioinfo / labBioinfo/workflow

Database file validation required

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Description

I'm looking to write a way to validate the downloaded files into my database install script. Big boss says I should do it by verifying the files' checksums.

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Research direction

Locate the database installation script and inspect how downloaded files are currently handled. Determine where checksum values and verification should fit; done means altered or incomplete downloads are rejected before installation and verified files proceed normally.

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Assessment

Domain
databases
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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