Creating the input structure

Create the XML input structure from an existing file.

1. Open the Mapping perspective of Talend Studio.
2. In the Data Mapper tab, expand the Hierarchical Mapper node and right-click Structures.
3. Click New > Structure.
4. In the dialog box that opens, select Import a structure definition and click Next.

   

5. Select XML Sample Document and click Next.
6. Select Local file and click Browse to find readings.xml, then click Next.
7. Enter a name for the structure, readings_input for example, then click Next and Finish.

Results

Your structure is created and opens in the editor.