How can I read Datalog files with Non-Labview programs?

[Ulrich Fickel]

In our department we usually use LabView programs for data acquisition. Some colleagues however want to read the Datalog files with their Non-LabView programs - written e.g in C++, Delphi or IDL.
How is that possible?
How can I access necessary information like the file header?

[Doug (CapeFl)]

In Labview, with your VI open, under Operate>Data Logging>Log...associate a specific text file to contain your front panel logged data. From there, you could have Labview, or any application (eg C++, Delphi, etc.) call that same text file. If the format of the log file is not readily compatible with your other program, you could first have Labview retrieve, manipulate, and save the log file to better suite your needs. It would be simple for your calling program to fetch such file. Hope this fits...