Hello all,
    I currently use Ant Movie Catalogue but I am looking to switch to a program that better suits my needs. Specifically better information import capabilities, importing a broader scope of information, better GUI, etc. After researching this all morning I am considering using DVD Profiler. I would appreciate any and all comments on DVD Profiler. Why do you use it? What makes it better than other apps? What are the highlights of the program? Etcetera. I also have a couple of very specific questions. Will I be able to import my current catalogue consisting of (Ant) into the app?  Does this application work for music CD's or MP3 collections?  Thank you all in advance for your input.
                                                                    James

download the trial - you'll be hooked very quickly

Quoting jeppolit:

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Why do you use it? What makes it better than other apps?

The user-build database. All other solution use datascraping as far as I know, and no matter how clever they do this, it can't beat the database with controlled entries.


cya, Mithi

Quoting jeppolit:

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Why do you use it?

Because the aliens told me to.

Thanks to all of you who posted serious replies.  Mithi mentioned "datascraping" and controlled entries. Can anyone elaborate on this? I am not familiar with this concept since currently I use script(s) to pull data from existing DB's such as IMDB, Amazon, etc. 

Everyone who posted seems to love the program but with one or two exceptions no one pointed out program features that sets DVD Profiler apart from other CDDB/DVDDB's. I would like to hear some specific likes/dislikes. Thanks again.

the main problem with data scraping (which is essentially what you do by using scripts to pull data) is that these databases have "poison" data in them... purposely incorrect data inserted into their records to identify theft. so firstly... your data is incorrect, and secondly you open yourself up to possible legal issues. for this reason data from third party databases is not allowed in the Invelos database, we only use data credited from the disc.

as far as features go, you will not find a more complete, user friendly, dvd cataloging program anywhere - the amount of features is honestly too much to list, and now in the latest version the addition of plug-ins and html windows basically means that you can customize this program to do whatever you want (for the most part)

the use of in program filters allows you to find any disc you want instantly, the movie pick function helps you narrow down what to watch, which for those of us with large collections is a big plus, it is extremely easy to back up and export from, which makes it very safe and versatile, the users are extremely involved with getting new features implemented, by request, and beta testing.

customizable reports allow you to print or create documents in any range of basic text for personal use, strait to coffee table books for friends and family to see your collection.


charts and graph show you how much you've spent, how often you buy, what genres you have most of, what year of production you have the most of, etc etc etc


custom numbering available to conform to any requirement... number by release date, purchase date, or abc - also, mark Location and Slot for individual discs... excellent for keeping track of large changers or storage books.

keep track of when you and your family / friends have watched titles - see what titles you've watched the most

keep track of what titles you have loaned out and to who, and for how long....


current plugin/workaround developments from the user community include, importing thousands of head shots into your actor database, filtering movies by what awards they have won, and exporting your collection to a php site if you own your own domain, which allows for near unlimited configurations for displaying your collection online to others....


custom layouts for all resolutions and screen set ups

custom reports made by users for users

keep track of owned , ordered, and wishlist

keep track of SRP and price paid



i think i just ran out of steam... but that was off the top of my head without even opening the program...

download the free version and give it a try with 50 dvds... see how u like it.

hi

Quoting Srehtims:

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I've been using it since Spring 2000, I've been jacking hardware, firmware and software for 48 years.
If wasn't the best for my needs, I would have wrote my own as I did for jazz and classical CD and laser discs years pn my 80296- 80486.

The best new feature I like is multiple data bases. You can use it for other media just don't contribute the entries to the online dsata base. I use it to catalog college lectures I have on DVDs.

So the best thing for you to do is read all the entries on the web page and download it, enter a few DVDs, read the Help file, and try all the buttons, check the online data base.

Srethims has CDProfiler AND LaserProfiler.
                   

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