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Thread: Ordering items but a bit more complex then just swapping items

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    Default Re: Ordering items but a bit more complex then just swapping items

    Quote Originally Posted by Norm View Post
    Another idea for a design:
    The original employee items are saved in a list.
    Each employee record has a list of its own that contains the employees that must follow.
    When a processAfter rule comes in, the referenced employee is removed from the original list and added to the individual employee's list.
    Thanks for the idea Norm, this sounds very interesting. Kinda like a linked node setup. I just need to think about how to start coding this. I've asked for help on the other forum too.

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    Default Re: Ordering items but a bit more complex then just swapping items

    how to start coding this.
    Finish the design work before starting any coding.
    If you don't understand my answer, don't ignore it, ask a question.

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