Genealogy software is computer software used to collect, store, sort, and visualize genealogy data.
At a minimum, genealogy software tends to collect the following information:
Most programs allow the user to record the source(s) of the information which has been entered. Many allow for additional biographical information, either specific such as occupation or cause of death, or in as a free format note.
There are a wide range of programs offering a host of features.
=Features=
Certain programs are geared towards specific religions, and will include additional fields relevant to that religion. Other programs focus on certain geographical regions. For example, having a field for the family s Heraldry is only relevant if the family comes from a part of the world that uses them.
Some programs will allow for the import of digital photographs. Other programs focus on the ability to generate kinship charts. Some programs are more flexible than others in allowing for the input of same sex marriages and Illegitimacy.
There is currently a move to incorporate fields for the input of genealogical DNA test results, though this information can be added into the Notes field of almost all genealogy software.
=Sharing=
Most genealogy software will allow for the export of data in the GEDCOM format, which can then be shared with people using different genealogy software. Certain programs allow the user to restrict what information is shared, usually by removing information about living people for privacy purposes.
=Types=
Below is an alphabetical list of genealogy software.
== Java (cross-platform) ==
[http://arbre.sourceforge.net/ @rbre - open 3D genealogy (Java-X3D-P2P)]: Site for acquiring software. This is a GEDCOM file viewer, relying on other software to produce a GEDCOM file. At an early stage of development, @rbre provides a unique 3D visualization of family trees. The main webpage is only available in French, but Babel Fish translations to English and German are available. {site visited 2005-08-10}
[http://geneapro.sourceforge.net/ GeneaPro]- based on the [https://www.ngsgenealogy.org/ngsgentech/projects/Gdm/Gdm.cfm GenTech Genealogical Data Model.] Geneapro is a multi-user, cross-platform Genealogy database program. Currently in alpha planning stage and not suitable for normal use. Written in Java using the Eclipse Rich Client Platform (RCP), Hibernate persistance, and SQL/JDBC databases (HSQLDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL). {site visited 2005-08-08}
== Web-based ==
MyFamily.com, Inc. - Online site to search genealogy records and build your family tree online. (requires subscription) (Site visited: 2005-07-16)
[http://www.comanchelodge.com/chickamauga-cherokee.html A Free Cherokee Indian Genealogy Resource] {Site visited: 2005-08-10}
[http://www.gencircles.org/ GenCircles] {Site visited: 2005-08-10}
[http://www.geneanet.org/ Geneanet Genealogical Database Network] - A free multilingual service allowing you to upload your family tree in GEDCOM format. {Site visited: 2005-08-10}
MyFamily.com, Inc. [http://wc.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igmuser.cgi Worldconnect] - A free (English only) service allowing you to upload your family tree in GEDCOM format. {Site visited: 2005-08-08}
[http://www.tribalpages.com/ TribalPages - Free online genealogy website] - to build and store your family tree online, upload photographs and upload your familytree in GEDCOM format. {Site visited: 2005-08-10}
[http://www.wikitree.org/ WikiTree] A world family tree wiki. {Site visited: 2005-08-08}
== Webserving (available for multiple operating systems) ==
[http://cristal.inria.fr/~ddr/GeneWeb/ GeneWeb]: Site for acquiring software that can be installed on a webserver, in which case Common Gateway Interface mode can be invoked, or on a local PC, in which case it functions as its own webserver. The software is free and has been developed by a group of individuals that appear to be otherwise unaffiliated. GeneWeb is distinguished by the implementation of unique consanguinity and relationship algorithms. {site visited 2005-08-08}
[http://phpgedview.sourceforge.net/ PhpGedView]:Installed on your webserver PhpGedView allows you to view and edit your genealogy on your website. PhpGedView has full editing capabilities, full privacy functions, can import from GEDCOM files, and supports multimedia like photos and document images. PhpGedView also simplifies the process of collaborating with others working on your family tree. {site visited 2005-08-08}
[http://www.phpmyfamily.net/ phpmyfamily]: Site for acquiring software that can be installed on a . {site visited 2005-08-10}
[http://www.lythgoes.net/genealogy/software.php The Next Generation of Genealogy Sitebuilding©] ( TNG ): A powerful way to manage and display your genealogy data on the Internet, all without generating a single page of HTML. Instead, your information is stored in MySQL database tables and dynamically displayed in attractive fashion with PHP (a scripting language).{site visited 2005-08-08}
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