Don,
I don't know if using a CASE tool is feasible for you. I can give a great recommendation for xCase. I have been using it for a year and it has alleviated all the old dbc problems, such as the one you mention here.
>Hi All,
>
>I've had some trouble when making file changes that are contained within a Database Containers. What
>is the best way to handle structure/index changes to files within a Database Containers. My trouble
>starts when my changed file is copied to the application directory and when I restart my program I get
>an error telling me the Database is invalid. Is it best to remove the file from the container first before
>applying changes then readd it back ?
>
>
>Thanks,
>
>Don
Brien R. Givens
Brampwood Systems