Working with metadata

This topic provides information about working with metadata in the Rational ClearCase SCM Adapter.

Metadata files under source control

It is good practice to place the following files under ClearCase source control, so that they reside either in a staging VOB or in their development location: 

All .project files and .classpath files should be version-controlled in their development location. When ClearCase prompts you to add the .project file or .classpath file to source control, click Yes.

Do not place .serverPreferences files under source control.

If you are using ClearCase UCM, you can ensure consistent changes to the classpath by allowing changes only in the Integration stream.

Server templates

You can store server information in ClearCase as a template file. The actual server configurations are kept local, but their history is preserved.

Related concepts
Creating a standardized development environment