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A client is developing a Web application to implement a wizard-like application used by many users. At several points in the workflow, the application needs to execute jobs and transformations that are stored in the Pentaho server. Execution will include user-specific parameters. Upon completion of the job or transformation, the Web application will continue to the next UI page.
What is the recommended approach to accomplish this task?
Suggested Answer: A
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29 comments · newest first
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Luz
10 months ago
D is just overcomplicating things, stick with A!
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Jarvis
11 months ago
Wait, can you really use the OS scheduler for Pentaho? That’s new to me!
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Kris
11 months ago
C sounds interesting, but isn't that more for local execution?
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Jovita
11 months ago
I disagree, B seems more reliable for scheduled tasks.
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Bulah
11 months ago
A is definitely the way to go! Web service API is super flexible.
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Nieves
12 months ago
I’m leaning towards option A as well, but I wonder if the Job and Transformation steps could be a viable alternative for direct execution.
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Lawanda
12 months ago
I feel like using the scheduling tool could complicate things since it might not integrate well with the web app's workflow.
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Melissa
12 months ago
I remember practicing a similar question, and I think the Kitchen and Pan scripts might be more suited for batch processing rather than real-time execution.
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Tammy
1 year ago
I think using the Web service API is the best option here, but I'm not entirely sure if it handles user-specific parameters effectively.
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Lavonda
1 year ago
I'm a little confused by all the Pentaho-specific terminology in this question. Can someone explain the differences between the options in simpler terms? I want to make sure I understand the pros and cons of each approach before deciding.
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Cecilia
1 year ago
Okay, let me see here. The key is that the web app needs to execute jobs and transformations on the Pentaho server and pass in user-specific parameters. I'm leaning towards option A, using the Web service API, as that seems like the most flexible and integrated approach.
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Mari
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The question mentions user-specific parameters, so I'm not sure if the scheduling tool or Kitchen/Pan scripts would be the best fit. I'll need to think this through a bit more.
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Gertude
1 year ago
This looks like a straightforward question about integrating a web application with Pentaho. I think the Web service API approach in option A is the way to go here.
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Terrilyn
1 year ago
The Web service API in option A sounds like the way to go. That will allow the web app to directly interact with Pentaho and pass in the user-specific parameters as needed. The other options seem a bit more indirect or limited in their capabilities.
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Glen
1 year ago
This one seems pretty straightforward. I'm going to go with B - Bloodborne pathogens, since that's the most direct answer to the question.
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Rutha
1 year ago
This is a good question. I'm pretty familiar with using Team Explorer, so I think I'll go with option C, "Compare Files." That should let me directly compare the updated class with the version in source control.
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Margot
1 year ago
I'm confident I know the answer to this. The effect of a failure to provide for uncollectible accounts in the previous period should not be reflected as an adjustment to the opening balance of retained earnings. That's a prior period error that should be corrected through the current period's income statement.
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Sylvie
1 year ago
Haha, Roslyn's got a point. Option B is like using a typewriter to write code. A is definitely the way to go. Pentaho + Web app, a match made in heaven!
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Izetta
1 year ago
A) Use the Web service API to execute the jobs and transformations on the Pentaho server.
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Cherry
1 year ago
C) Use the Kitchen and pan scripts to execute the jobs and transformations on the Pentaho server.
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Margurite
1 year ago
A) Use the Web service API to execute the jobs and transformations on the Pentaho server.
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Roslyn
1 year ago
Come on, guys, option B? Scheduling it on the OS? What is this, the 90s? Web service API all the way!
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France
1 year ago
Option D looks tempting, but I think the web service API is the way to go. Keeps things nicely decoupled and easy to maintain.
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Tula
2 years ago
Ah, the classic Pentaho question! I'd go with option A - the Web service API seems like the way to go here. Nice and clean integration with the web app.
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Remona
1 year ago
Yeah, I think using the Web service API would provide a seamless integration between the web app and the Pentaho server.
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Kanisha
1 year ago
I agree, option A with the Web service API sounds like the best choice for this task.
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Letha
2 years ago
I'm not sure, but I think using the Kitchen and pan scripts could also be a good option for this task.
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Jennie
2 years ago
I agree with Dulce, using the Web service API makes sense for executing jobs and transformations.
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Dulce
2 years ago
I think the recommended approach is to use the Web service API.