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Subject: Re: [geometry] [index] support for serialization and external memory?
From: Mateusz Loskot (mateusz_at_[hidden])
Date: 2013-07-11 11:08:31


On 11 July 2013 15:58, feverzsj <feverzsj_at_[hidden]> wrote:
> hi, list
> Is it possible for the index to serialize its internal tree structure(and
> user data), so that the index can be rebuilt without reinsert?

There is no such mechanism provided. AFAIK, it's planned in future.

> And furthermore, is it possible to support an external memory based index?
> But, as far as I can see, the current index interface and concept do not
> expose enough on the tree structure to achieve these purpose.

Yes, you are right, it's not feasible, though I'd be interested to learn myself
if it is.

Best regards,

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