Enable uploading CSV files that do not contain a column header row about datasync HOT 4 CLOSED

This could be another way to get at a problem I had this morning (my fault; forgot the DS rules). A column did not import because the header did not match the existing column name in the dataset. I was going to suggest allowing some sort of translation/mapping option in DS and that still might be useful, although complex. The advantage it potentially could have is cutting down on necessary manipulations of the input file before loading it. Sometimes it comes from an external system beyond our control and the headers and column orders are what they are. If at least one (order or names) does match the target dataset, it would be nice not to have to make changes before loading.

As an add-on to this enhancement, maybe have a check box that basically says, "There is a header row present but ignore it." That would have handled this morning's case where my columns were in the right order but there was a header row with a mismatched name.

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Thanks for the input.

This has been implemented and will be released in v0.3. There will be a checkbox saying 'File to publish contains a header row'.

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When is v0.3 due out? The reason I ask is that I have a process that produces a CSV with the fields in the right order but with column headers that do not match the dataset. I was going to put some work into fixing that but it would be much easier to drop the header row altogether if this feature will be available soon. Thanks.

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I am releasing v0.3 tonight, Nov 13th. It will be released by 5:30 PM PT =)

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