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Abstract : |
We present a way of structuring a database query system to form a bridge between current data handling systems and the data requirements of creative work. The interface is based around specifying the contents of "bags " of objects and inspecting them using "viewers", which can then be used to launch further queries. The operation of such an interface is described and illustrated by an example session using a prototype system. A number of features of such an interface are presented, the metaphor is discussed and a number of areas for future work are, |
