Web tool for XML to CSV Bible conversion
I've created a web based tool to convert XML Bibles (used in OpenSong) to CSV format for import into OpenLP.
http://www.cowjam.co.uk/openlp
Bibles are available for download here: http://www.opensong.org/d/downloads
I tried the conversion util here: http://sites.google.com/site/ricepudd/myopenlputilities#opensongbible but had an error, so created this.
It produces a testament file, books file and verse file.
Current limitations:
- It presumes the XML is in order. The first 39 books are marked as Old Testament, the remainder New.
- The testament file isn't dynamically created, it's a static link. I can't see how this could cause a problem, but I thought I'd mention it.
- It doesn't add abbreviations to the books file. I'll add this soon.
- There is almost no error checking. The only thing it does is let you know if the book, chapter and verse counts aren't as expected.
- I don't know how this'll affect my hosting - I may have to take it down if I run out of bandwidth.
Feedback is welcome.
Sam
Comments
Great stuff, if it gets around the problem my tools have with 64bit Windows, IE8 restrictions, and having to install third party tools then I'm all in favour!
Just wondering if you would be willing to open source the code? That way if you do run out of bandwidth, others might be willing to share the load! It would also help others contribute too if they spot any issues or want to add features!
Great idea. I'll add some comments first though.
Sam
thx! ok!