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QCIS: a SAS-based relational database/query system for the Current Index to Statistics.

C W Kish1, K S Dawson

  • 1Department of Biostatistics, Medical College of Virginia, Richmond 23298-0032.

Journal of Biopharmaceutical Statistics
|January 11, 1992
PubMed
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A new software system simplifies accessing the Current Index to Statistics (CIS) database. This portable, menu-driven tool enhances statistical data retrieval through user-friendly query definition and flexible execution modes.

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Area of Science:

  • Statistics
  • Computer Science
  • Information Science

Background:

  • The Current Index to Statistics (CIS) is a vital resource for statistical literature.
  • Accessing and querying the cumulative CIS database can be complex for users.
  • Existing methods may lack user-friendliness and flexibility in data exploration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a novel software system for accessing the CIS cumulative database.
  • To provide a user-friendly interface for defining and executing queries.
  • To enhance the efficiency and accessibility of statistical information retrieval.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a portable, menu-driven software system.
  • Utilization of SAS (Statistical Analysis System) as the core technology.

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  • Conversion of CIS datafiles into a relational SAS database structure.
  • Implementation of intuitive windows for query definition.
  • Support for both batch and interactive query execution modes.

    • Main Results:

    • The system offers a portable and menu-driven interface for CIS database access.
    • Data is converted into a relational SAS database for efficient management.
    • Users can easily define complex queries through graphical windows.
    • Query execution is supported in both batch and interactive modes, accommodating different user needs.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed software system significantly improves user accessibility to the CIS cumulative database.
    • The SAS-based approach provides a robust and flexible platform for statistical data management and retrieval.
    • This tool empowers researchers and statisticians to more effectively explore and utilize the vast information within the CIS.