Creating a Schema From an XML Instance Document

Often it is required to create an XSL transformation between two XML documents, one representing an XAI service and the other a document in another application. Although XSL scripts can be written manually (very tedious and erroneous process), we recommend using mapping tools such as the Microsoft BizTalk Mapper to create transformation scripts. The BizTalk Mapper requires XML schemas in order to graphically design the transformation. While schemas for system services are available, schemas might not be available for the other XML document. Provided that you have an instance of the other XML document, the Schema Editor can be used to generate a schema based on that instance.

To create a schema based on any XML document:

• Select Schemas/Create/XML Instance option from the menu.
• Enter the service name to be created in the Service name textbox.
• Enter the file name for the XML document to be imported.
• Click Generate.