What is Design Time Repository in SAP CAF - Composite Application Framework?

SAP Term: Design Time Repository

• Component: CAF

• Component Name: Composite Application Framework

• Description: Versioning source repository from SAP. The DTR is based on a file and folders paradigm and uses standard protocols HTTP, DAV, DeltaV for access.

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• Key Concepts: 
  The Design Time Repository (DTR) is a component of the Composite Application Framework (CAF) in SAP. It is a repository of all the design-time objects used to create and configure composite applications. It stores all the information related to the application, such as the application's structure, components, and configuration. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The DTR is used to store and manage all the design-time objects used to create and configure composite applications. It is used to store the application's structure, components, and configuration. It also stores the application's metadata, such as its version number, author, and date of creation. The DTR can be accessed through the CAF Designer tool. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a composite application, it is important to keep track of all the design-time objects stored in the DTR. This will help ensure that all changes made to the application are properly tracked and documented. Additionally, it is important to keep the DTR up-to-date with any changes made to the application. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The DTR is part of SAP's Composite Application Framework (CAF). For more information on CAF, please refer to SAP's official documentation or contact your SAP representative.