Enhance File Discovery: Flexible PDF & CSV Input
Hey guys! Let's dive into a cool feature that's gonna make our lives way easier. We're talking about implementing flexible file discovery for both PDF and CSV inputs. Currently, our system is a bit picky about file names, and that can be a real pain. This enhancement aims to make the system more user-friendly and robust by allowing it to automatically locate input PDF and expected CSV files, even if their names aren't exactly what we expect. Think of it as teaching our system to be a bit more understanding of real-world file naming habits.
Issue/Feature Description
Right now, the application expects files to adhere to a strict naming convention. If a user deviates even slightly from this pattern, the system throws a fit and fails to load the files. This isn't ideal, especially when dealing with users who might not be aware of (or inclined to follow) our rigid naming rules. The main goal here is to introduce a search logic that intelligently checks for common naming variations. Instead of just looking for the exact file name, the system will now try to identify the correct files by considering a range of possibilities. This feature will significantly reduce the need for users to manually rename files, making the entire process smoother and less error-prone. We're aiming for a system that's smart enough to recognize what the user meant to upload, even if the file name isn't perfect.
This enhancement isn't about accommodating any file name. We're focusing on common variations that arise from typical user behavior. For instance, someone might use spaces instead of underscores, or they might include extra descriptive words in the file name. The new search logic will be designed to handle these common scenarios, ensuring that the system can still identify and load the correct files. This feature will not only improve usability but also enhance the overall robustness of the application by making it less susceptible to minor variations in file naming. Ultimately, we want to create a system that's more forgiving and adaptable to the diverse ways users might choose to name their files.
Tested Version
Since this is a brand-new feature request, there's no specific version to test against. We're starting from scratch, which gives us the opportunity to design the flexible file discovery logic in the most efficient and user-friendly way possible. This also means that thorough testing will be crucial once the feature is implemented. We'll need to test a wide range of file naming variations to ensure that the search logic is working correctly and that it can handle the most common scenarios. The absence of a pre-existing version allows us to build this feature with a focus on flexibility and adaptability from the very beginning.
Why This Feature Is Needed
The need for this feature stems from the desire to improve usability and make the system more robust. Currently, the system's inflexibility can lead to frustration for users who aren't aware of the strict naming conventions. Imagine a user trying to upload a file, only to be met with an error message because the file name isn't exactly what the system expects. This can be a confusing and time-consuming experience, especially for users who aren't technically savvy. By implementing flexible file discovery, we can eliminate this friction and make the system more accessible to a wider range of users.
Let's look at some specific scenarios. Suppose a user names their file HDFC sample.pdf instead of the expected HDFC_sample.pdf. Currently, the system would fail to recognize this file, forcing the user to manually rename it. Similarly, if a user names their CSV file result.csv instead of HDFC_expected.csv, the system would again be unable to load the file. These are just two examples of the many common variations that can occur in file naming. By implementing flexible file discovery, we can handle these scenarios automatically, without requiring the user to intervene. This will save users time and effort, and it will also reduce the likelihood of errors.
Furthermore, this feature will make the system more robust by making it less dependent on strict adherence to naming conventions. In the real world, file names are often inconsistent and unpredictable. By being able to handle common variations, the system will be more resilient to these real-world conditions. This will make it less likely to fail due to minor variations in file naming, and it will improve the overall reliability of the system. In essence, this feature is about making the system more user-friendly, more robust, and more adaptable to the diverse ways users might choose to name their files.
How to Reproduce (Current Limitation)
As this is a feature request and not a bug report, there's no specific way to reproduce the issue. The current limitation is simply that the file loading mechanism is not flexible. To illustrate this, you can try providing the system with a PDF or CSV file that deviates slightly from the expected naming convention. For example, you could try using spaces instead of underscores, or you could add extra descriptive words to the file name. In all these cases, the system will fail to load the file, demonstrating the current lack of flexibility. This limitation highlights the need for the new flexible file discovery feature.