To create database connection files that point to a specific edit version for users, theGeodatabase Connection Propertiesoption should be used.
1. What are Geodatabase Connection Properties?
* This option allows you to set specific connection details, such as the target version (edit version) within a traditionally versioned geodatabase.
* It ensures that each user connects directly to their designated version, isolating edits and preventing conflicts in multi-user environments.
2. Why Use Geodatabase Connection Properties?
* Provides control over which version of the geodatabase the user accesses.
* Ensures security and consistency by directing users to their designated edit versions rather than the default version.
* Allows administrators to pre-configure connection files for distribution to users.
3. Why Not Other Options?
* Connection Properties:
* Refers to general connection details like username, password, and server but does not allow specifying a particular version.
* Database Properties:
* Refers to database-level settings but does not configure specific user-level connection details, such as the target version.
Steps to Use Geodatabase Connection Properties:
* InArcGIS Pro, go to theCatalog Pane.
* Create a new database connection by selectingAdd Database.
* In the connection properties dialog, specify:
* The user's credentials.
* Thespecific versionthe user will edit under the Geodatabase Connection Properties section.
* Save the connection file and distribute it to the user.
References from Esri Documentation and Learning Resources:
* Database Connections in ArcGIS Pro
* Versioned Database Connections
Conclusion:
UsingGeodatabase Connection Propertiesensures that each database connection file is pre-configured to point to the appropriate edit version for the user, enhancing security and workflow efficiency.