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Information Software Ensembl Variation

Database Description

The set of species-specific Ensembl Variation databases holds genetic variation information.

Database Schema

The table layout of the database is explained in the following document:

• Variation Schema Description

Perl API

A comprehensive Perl Application Programme Interface (API) provides efficient access to the Ensembl Variation database.

• Variation API Installation: A step-by-step installation guide for all Perl Ensembl APIs.

• Variation API Documentation: A complete reference to the objects and methods used in the Variation database API.

Java API

The Ensembl Java API (Ensj) is slightly less complete than the Perl APIs but implements access to Ensembl Core, Compara and Variation databases simultaneously.

• Java API Documentation

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