[CS-FSLUG] International Data

[Josiah Ritchie]

Something new and interesting about my new position here at FIM is the
consideration of International data. I'm in the early thoughts of
starting up an open-source project for missionary care, I haven't come
up with a nam yet. I'm thinking about its requirements in terms of
database design. I figure a firm foundation would be critical and that
means a well structured database.

Anyway, the thing that is really floating around in my head right now
is how a system like this would handle international contact
information. Each country has their own postal systems and telephone
systems. How can you store this sort of information in a database
without creating an unpredictable mess? Usability is also a concern.

Does anyone have any experience in this sort of thing they'd like to share?

JSR/

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