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Pernod
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Re: Softlist Generator
06/03/12 01:27 PM


>
> there is no such a tool, unfortunately
>
> I typically use Dir2Dat option in clrmame and then I do some regex replacements to
> add the missing and bits. this completes the automatic part, and then you have to
> start filling the info.
> Alternatively, if I don't have clrmame handy, I tend to use php or perl scripts.
> Some time ago I also hacked up the -romident command in MESS to output the necessary
> info, but I stopped using this because everytime I have to change the part or
> interfaces name I find it easier to modify a (php/perl/regex) script than to
> recompile the emu
>
> I think I can help you with this, just let me know which of the approaches above
> would fit better your skills / computer setup

I'm familiar with all of the above. I'd considered developing something specifically for the task, would it be useful? Though your suggestion of using Dir2Dat does as least create an initial list complete with size, crc, sha1, so a tool may not be all that beneficial.
Thanks.







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* Softlist Generator Pernod 06/02/12 12:32 PM
. * Re: Softlist Generator etabeta  06/02/12 05:02 PM
. * Re: Softlist Generator Pernod  06/03/12 01:27 PM
. * Re: Softlist Generator etabeta  06/03/12 02:37 PM

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